For a single-family residential property, the options outside traditional rentals are limited by zoning, but there are a few creative paths people have successfully used, like home offices for remote workers, small professional practices, or creative studios if local ordinances allow. 

A great place to start is with free resources — YouTube channels like Robuilt and STR University, BiggerPockets forums, and local Airbnb/STR Facebook groups.For property search and analysis, AirDNA, Mashvisor, and Rabbu are super helpful to understand comps and potential revenue.Most importantly, pick a market with clear STR regulations and start small so you can learn the systems (cleaning, guest communication, turnovers) before scaling.

Quote from @Nick Cikity: Looking to start my long distance investing with the BRRRR method or simply buy and hold for single family or small multifamily (2-4) under 250k.Wondering what cities are looking good out there for low median home price, higher cash on cash (9+%) and an appreciating market.Been looking at tennesse and still hearing a lot about Ohio?

Also, in our area the lots are super cheap only 5% or so of the cost is land.

For single families $30k would work, but for multi-families, you'll need around $50k for down payment and closing costs, in a decent neighborhood.

I currently have my SFR under long term rental and am debating switching it to STR/Airbnb for cost seg reasons. Is this a wise choice? I understand this is a broad question but just looking for a few ideas. The curren...

I was getting a few from google and other related real estate forms to build my own super comprehensive deal analyzer.

I have multiple crews and subs that can get rehabs done super quick and finding lenders hasn't been an issue at all either. 

Private equity usually requires a larger minimum investment and longer hold periods than single-family or small multifamily investing, so it’s not as liquid as traditional rentals.The best way to start is by talking to operators, reviewing a few term sheets, and understanding the types of deals that match your risk tolerance and investment horizon.

I’m a little late to the real estate investing world and super excited to start.