Now you need to figure out how to find deals and pay for them.

My parents are putting me in charge of the entire investing process because they're too far retired to want to deal with it, so naturally I want to make sure I'm making the best decision for all of us. 

Because dealing with tenants is like an "Arms Race".

They have been incredible in dealing with my properties across the country and I'm looking to bring some value to them.  

It's really not a big deal.

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I personally do not have the funds to put a down payment worth 25%, but i do have family that may be able to help me if i can actually find a deal and can explain it to them if it makes sense (my mother mostly likely and my grandmother!)

I do have the upgraded account where I can post deals. 

We do them exclusively now in Georgia and it saves a ton of time, money, and hassle.DM me if you have a deal you want us to take a look at and I'll waive one side of the escrow fees for you.

If you want to underwrite a deal conservatively, you should in theory look at the average short-term rental income and occupancy rather than the top, especially if you're starting out.