I invest and work here (think Destin, 30A, Panama City Beach), and while it’s still competitive, the barrier to entry is a lot more manageable than Hawaii.

Fortunately my current home is in a destination location sought out by those who want to have a home in paradise whether as a primary or secondary so not worried about it taking long to sell but it could so I agree I have to be comfortable with the HELOC idea.

Just curious, what made KC market stand out as a destination? 

That being said, if you have plans to visit the Disney area on a regular basis, having a place here that you can stay in maybe part of your goals. 

I’d suggest connecting with local investors by going to meetups and asking if you can visit some of their projects.

I’m planning to live in one unit and rent out the other, so owner-occupancy is a must for my FHA loan.One side is vacant — the only wrinkle is that the tenant on the other side has a lease that runs until July 2026 (about 8 months out).

When rent hits, it should already have a destination. 

We must stay aware of the competition, including location, condition, and pricing.  

What kind of site visits will boost my search rankings?

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