As far as damage, the expense happened after they filed bankruptcy.

As far as Indianapolis crime rates, you have to understand that Indianapolis is a fairly large city with a population of over 890K.

As far as the nonpaying hold over tenant, my lawyer is trying to get more information on what is happening because them telling us that she is still there and that they are still working on it doesn't really tell us much and the mortgage company won’t clear to close until there are no leases on the building.

Also ALOT of HOAs in Katy, make sure they allow STR - a lot dont which is why I steer my clients to non-hoa communities when house hacking.As far as STR and Airbnb, realize you are one of the MANY trying to go this route right now as Brandon and David have switched their tone on STR and are now starting to promote the idea (convenient during the eviction moratoriums).

I'm hoping to use my license and get some experience/networking in real estate on a more limited basis while I take my day job as far as I can until/if it stops being fulfilling.

Hell, most people think it's illegal (in some places it is. So

I agree completely with what @Lien Vuong said, for a small investment of 3-5k you could be in a much better position as far as debt to income is concerned.

Although, I have been mostly buying TK OOS SFR's and have been pleased, because my return on time is so high with them (I work a demanding job).

But there is so much you need to learn through due diligence, etc. to really know.

Michael,I am very familiar with both Tampa & Orlando as far as STR/AirBNB REI for condo/townhomes.