To that end, some assessor websites still have features that allow you to search sold listings to find comparable sales that way as well. 

Compliance, fair housing, and local rules get more complex every year.

My 24-unit apartment complex loan is due for a rate adjustment in early April this year.

Ren,I'm a featured agent here in Atlanta who has had some success investing in, flipping, and leasing condos around the city. 

To identify a proficient real estate CPA, investors should prioritize professionals with a proven track record in handling real estate portfolios, transactions, and tax planning.Look for CPAs who stay abreast of evolving tax codes related to real estate and possess a comprehensive understanding of deductions, credits, and depreciation strategies unique to the industry.When considering a CPA or tax professional, it's crucial to find someone who aligns with your financial goals and understands the complexities of real estate transactions.

That’s a feature, not a problem.Your setup is more workable than you think:Your HELOC can cover the down paymentYour $20k can cover reserves and early paymentsThat puts you in the game if you buy correctlyI’d be targeting properties with ARVs around $140k–$160k.

To answer your questions: here’s what I’ve seen consistently on STRs like this:Cost of the study: For a single-family STR, most solid engineering-based studies land somewhere in the mid-four figures, depending on size, location, and complexity.

Short- or mid-term rentals can work well if you’re comfortable with the added complexity and expense, but stability is often what creates momentum early on.

Would love to meet and get to know fellow like-minded Real Estate investors here in Knoxville 💯💯💯I'm currently looking to buy a 73-130 unit apartment complex here in the Knox area or a 200'ish pad RV site with city sewer and/or city water around the Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or Sevierville area in the not so distant future for an out of state 1031 exchange 💱 If any other fellow investors are around I would looooove to get together for lunch or coffee sometime soon to talk shop and see what I can do to help you reach your dreams (real estate related or not!)

It's important to capture not only the property itself but also the surrounding area and any notable features.