Everything you need to know is right here.A room rental is simpler (in general) than a whole house.

Did you get superior returns than investing in US Real Estate?

I haven't considered investing in Columbus, but I will now give it a closer look.

Augustine guests have been mostly families and couples on vacation.

@Billy Houston- thanks  1) DSCR might work very  well for you ...if you can  qualify for a standard  conventional 85% ltv  loan - this would provide better  loan terms   2) yes - DSCR is very different than a cash out refinance 3) consider  getting fully pre approved for a standard  conventional loan at a 85% ltv ..this is  crucial  to do if you are looking to buy in a competitive market - thanks and all the best 

Timing is also important as you want renos to be completed during the peak selling time (usually late spring into summer).

This year, I made an intentional effort to dedicate at least 5-10 hours a week to learning and have done that consistently, and probably put in way more hours than that.

and is it okay to give them more notice than 30 days? 

Or do I just take a small hit on my taxes because I am essentially claiming that I am collecting more than I am?

It's been about 20 years since I have gotten a mortgage since I usually pay cash.