A big step in my journey was becoming a thought leader in the real estate finance business.

I got this property at the right time, it was on the market for $699,000.00, seller needed to sell, I offered $550,000.00 after they cut to $650,000.00 and we agreed on $600,000.00.

@Mitch Tauer I'm a PM and real estate broker that services the area. 

But, you could face limits on deductions and miss out on some tax planning opportunities if you do that as well.If this is a one-time deal, doing it as an individual might be easier.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I believe there is a STR real estate regular meetup in the Cape Cod are, but I'll need to ask about where and when it typical is. 

AND rush you into decision leaving very little time for you to investigate the risk involved with this request.My VOTE, proceed with caution.

I originally got into real estate for the investing aspect of it.

I've been listening to the Rookie Real Estate podcast for the past several months and finally decided that I want to start my real estate journey with the assistance and support of this platform.

Business do this all the time.