While days on market depends on a lot of factors like price, unit type/condition and location, some of my units remained vacant for a few months only because I decided to wait until the right (not to be confused with 'perfect') tenant came along and so far it's proved beneficial.  

I've used a few over the years in my search for the perfect software.

Got it , perfectly clarified :-)

He said he'll personally mentor me to help perfect my pitch and business plan - and he wasn't playing.

.* DSCR loans: For out-of-state investors - based on property cash flow, not your income.Common First-Timer Mistakes to Avoid:* Overestimating rent or underestimating expenses* Buying in a bad area just because it’s cheap* Not vetting the property manager* Emotional decisions over data-driven ones* Skipping proper inspections or due diligenceYou’re already doing the hardest part: asking the right questions and taking the initiative to plan thoughtfully.You can invest remotely as a first-timer - just be disciplined with your numbers, vet your team hard, and be willing to move forward without everything feeling 100% perfect.

Then, after you know the exact numbers, you can find the right neighborhood where you can hit those numbers.Often, when you're getting started, the key is getting the ball rolling, even if it's not a perfect deal. 

We felt this is the perfect location for a LTR with us living right on the golf course and only a few hundred yards from the country club.

I'm researching more on the different ways of getting money for investing and what I would like to be able to do (rare, perfect scenario) in the next year or two (based on redemption periods not getting met, is be able to possibly get a tax deed in hopes of foreclosing on the property, ethically of course, and then possibly getting funding for a rehab/flip, to sale or rent with a hopeful higher ROI. 

Conversely, if you prefer to concentrate on property acquisition and management while building relationships with experienced real estate agents, operating without a license can be a perfectly suitable approach.

The best route is build something even is not perfect and have AI help you make it better.