Focus next on getting pre-approved so you know your budget, then dig into local comps and neighborhoods where rents support the mortgage.Once you're settled into that first property, the next step could be a traditional rental or small multifamily, depending on your comfort level.

Another strategy here is if you have pre-tax dollars, you're able to fund a life insurance policy inside of their retirement plan, then buy the policy out with a trust. 

I include proof of funds or a pre-approval, highlight strong terms like quick inspection or cash close, and send it to the listing agent fast so we stay competitive while protecting the deal’s margins.

- state fees paid to open the LLC - fees to open and maintain a post office box- cell phone plan

We are in a tough market right now, and I want to make sure we are doing everything we can to secure reservations for pre-sale ASAP. 

FMR aren't being paid for section 8 (or so the ihda for the city tells us and others we know) We can google it and see the numbers are not as low as they say.

I got the idea that the people I was talking with simply work for a larger outfit and got paid the same so they didn’t care much for additional properties for the company they may or may not work for a long-term. 

We used bank financing for the $30,000 purchase and paid for the $35,000 renovation in cash.

I saw somewhere that I might get double taxed on the rent paid and the rental income? 

I would highly recommend starting with turnkey long-term rentals which can be a smoother entry point than STRs for a few reasons:Immediate cash flow: Many turnkey properties come pre-leased, so you start earning income right away without the wait or marketing effort.Lower hands-on management: LTRs are easier to manage remotely than STRs, which require constant turnover, cleaning, and guest coordination.