I wouldn't try to focus on 3-4 units right now as you're looking to get started in a new market.2.

A lot of my business right now has been clients purchasing new homes, and homes near the college to rehab and hold for rentals.

There's no one right answer and a lot of posters make great points, but I wouldn't rule out the investment property not cash flowing, this is market dependent and if you're taking out a HELOC on your current primary to buy a new primary, you'd only need 5% down, that payment wont be significant.Often best to talk through the numbers - happy to connect if you'd like.

This sounds like you would be covered under AirBnB’s “Extortion Policy”.Best to report this threat right away.

From what I understand, the process appears to be relatively synonymous, but dealing with foreign payments and foreign entities is unchartered territory for me, and I want to make sure I deal with closing and managing this property in the right way.

However, no real estate is not a total deal breaker right now.

They might also be able to answer your question about redemption rights.

Know the game pieces and know how best to maneuver them.It takes some time to set the board up the right way.Anyone with credit of 680 or better and capital can get started. 

@David Avery is right, just tile 

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