What you can do is just compare your possible STR revenue with the MTR.

-Are those immigrating here have jobs you can verify?

You can build your REI business within a 30!

However, I would suggest you calculate a 5-10 year pro forma on each property and calculate an overall IRR for each so you can compare and contrast based on your risk tolerance.

With our investing in lower-priced properties, we're far from being immune to these tax hits but can better absorb them with higher cash flow than most site-built single family homes.

I responded with a legal notice saying that I cannot be left vulnerable for legal reasons to someone doing structural repairs on my home, because in the event they are hurt, I can be sued.

Ultimately, late rent/no rent payments or damage to the property can be extremely costly. 

My target markets are NY and CT, but I’m definitely open to expanding my horizons.Since most friends and family members are hesitant about real estate investing, I'm on the lookout for a mentor who can guide me through this journey and potentially partner with me along the way.If you have any advice or know someone who might be willing to help me get started, please let me know!

Will one be easier to manage because you can go view the properties in a day trip? 

I guess next would to figure out what is the max income I need to qualify for each mortgage so I can max the loan on each refi to live off vs rental income.