For tax savings, consulting a real estate CPA can really help optimize your setup.

He's optimizing it, good for him. 

By handing off maintenance to a professional team, you free up your mental bandwidth to focus on what really matters: finding your next deal, growing your portfolio, and enjoying life.For us, professional maintenance isn't just about fixing things; it's about optimizing your investment for long-term success.

A well-optimized website, active social channels, and even a simple investor newsletter can make brokers and sellers take you more seriously before you ever meet in person.Track record storytelling matters.

Even some turnkey STRs are starting to pencil out profitably in the right neighborhoods.I personally partner with a local STR management company that has this down to a science—they handle everything from pricing optimization to guest turnover—so investors can scale without it turning into a second job.Would love to connect with you further if you’re serious about building out an STR portfolio in today’s market.

Sometimes Rabbu can be optimistic on occupancy or nightly rates, especially if the property isn’t fully optimized with design, marketing, or management.With $100K down, you’ve got great flexibility.

But I don't think it is an optimal strategy for your first investment.

While it's easy to get swept up in the excitement of finding deals, overlooking these key areas can significantly impact your long-term success.A solid tax plan helps you take advantage of deductions, optimize your investment structure, and retain more of your income.

It’s easy to get swept up in the thrill of sourcing and closing deals, but without a strong foundation in these areas, your growth may be at risk.An effective tax strategy helps you optimize deductions, leverage advantageous tax structures, and retain more of your earnings.

Quote from @Russell Roberts: Based on continued learning and all of the generous input (I may do a paid engagement with one of you), here's the REVISED tax optimization idea.1) Direct buy multifamily property and hands-on renovate/manage for minimum 500 hrs.