Depending on comfort and cash, it might be a viable option as you can build equity and then sell without having capital gains, assuming it's your primary residence and you've lived there for 2 years.

Appreciate any advice or insights you can share!

Here is the rather brief insight I received: "The house structure is good, but it needs a complete gut.

You get a deduction for the contribution, the gains grow tax-free and as long as you use the proceeds for health-related expenses the funds come out tax free as well. 

. ;-) IMHO Thank you so much for your insight.

@Bayo Badejo, there are so many missing pieces here to even begin to give a real answer.What insights are you wanting?  

It's very insightful.

Some thoughts to consider:If you sell now, you are unlikely to pay capital gains taxes as your first 250k (500k if married and filling jointly) aren't reported.Doing your first rental remotely is undesirable without 1.)

If there is anything I could do (drive by, analysis/insight on the area) I would be glad to help.

It's essential for me to acquire these skills as I navigate potential roles in the real estate industry.If you have any insights, recommendations, or perhaps know of specific training programs or resources for learning Yardi, I would greatly appreciate your guidance.