I like tge ideas of multi family homes, longer term rentals, fix and flips, short term vacation rentals and commercial opportunities like rv parks/campgrounds etc. 

As an STR, do your diligence for the area and don't kill profit by vacationing there.

@Sami Gren notice to vacate means you are telling the tenants to leave. 

You have a very nice dining area with a nice table, but a dining room table isn't what people think of when vacationing. 

I've been tempted to look for condos in a vacation area like Gatlinburg/Pigeon forge or maybe in a college town like Lexington KY.

Then, I kindly explained that it might be best for both sides if she provided a 60-day notice to vacate so my team could make the necessary repairs.It worked.

I am back from vacation Well praise the Lord.

During my studies, I learned a lot about building design, materials, and project management, and now I’m looking forward to starting my career in the construction industry.In my free time, I enjoy working on small renovation projects, learning about modern architecture, and spending time outdoors. 

COVID made everyone look like a genius for a while, but when tides shift, oversaturated markets often leave investors holding the bag (just look at how many vacation homes are for sale on the TN side).

You don't need the second unit vacant for FHA, there is a vacant unit you can occupy, so the request to vacate is only a preference.