I don't make my clients sign long term contract either just per a property saying will pay me the difference if we don't get at least 2.5% and everyone been cool with it. 

You can hypothecate collateral from one person/entity for use by another person/entity, but you might want to borrow the money as a home equity loan (fixed payments and term...one time funding) or a home equity line of credit (HELOC).

Also, probably I'd have to fly out to KC a few times until I buy the property to meet the team, potential properties, etc which will add to the costs (~$600-$800 each trip) of owning an OOS property.Given this market, I'd like to hear from OOS investors if they think it's still doable to pull off an purchase worth investing in.I don't want to talk myself out of it again and focus on the negatives but also, want to make a sound decision that benefits me in the long term and doesn't hurt [much] in the short term.

Since it already cash flows, that could ease that burden for you.For funds, I'm not sure what your existing rate and terms are but you could always try a cash out refinance to fund the next property.

Not buying/selling for others like an agent would do.Think more like get a rental or two or a short term rental to get those hours.

Your handiness and experience will get you a long way as it already has, being a partner in 2 deals at this age.

Now, I have a portfolio of Short Term Rentals and Long Term Rentals.

Or, buying a Duplex and renting one side out then renting the other rooms out in the side I would live in.I have spoken with two lenders and both have given me pre-approval letters for up to 270k purchase price, with 15k down payment, conventional fixed rate loan, 30 year term.

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Hey all, this post is for anyone with some open weekdays who is also looking for better/updated photography for their short term rental (also some bonus tips on partner cross-marketing).Partner with influencers (find them on FB and Instagram or I can help you find a few) by offering them a stay during the quieter mid-week time in exchange for professional content and posts from them.