Most investors lean towards paying someone else to set Podio up for them. 

Under IRS Publication 523 for 2023 dated February 2024, I qualify as "Service, Intelligence and Peace Corp Personnel" and for "qualified extended duty" (page 4& 5 - https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p523.pdf).

Pay cash.  

Let's say they pay you $2000/ month * 12 = $24,000/year.

I know building a reliable local network will be key, so I'm hoping to connect with experienced real estate team in the area.The military presence in Jacksonville catches my eye, and I'm particularly interested in properties that might appeal to military personnel and the associated contractors.

Over that we send a default and start the court process if they don't pay. 

I’ve heard about partnering with insurance companies for displaced families, working with military personnel in need of temporary housing, and possibly connecting with other organizations that require mid-term accommodations.I tried reaching out to GEICO about insurance-related housing needs, but they didn’t seem to have a clear process.Does anyone have experience with this niche?

Out of curiosity would anyone be willing to share any experience with non-paying renters who've vacated the property prematurely?

We're trying to decide whether or not to pay it off or save to buy another property. 

Another option is to invest in the market instead of paying down a mortgage.