As you settle in, consider using refinancing options to leverage equity for future investments.Since you're thinking about retirement in a few years, focus on scaling your portfolio gradually, and always keep an eye out for new off-market deals.

At 36, your target to semi-retire by 40 is achievable if you combine conservative leverage with proactive tax strategy.

The long-term fixed rate trade can destroy peace of mind, stability, and overall function.Nobody with a significant HNW is "leveraging" their houses.

The reality here is I have 27 doors...leveraged.

My questions is has anyone used a fully turnkey company like Awning or Quantr Rentals to fully setup ( provide furniture, technology, management, etc.) to start your STR?

Because we are non-REP, we can't leverage the bonus deprecation against our active income streams.  

If you had to choose, would you take higher leverage (less cash down) with a slightly higher rate, or lower rates with more money tied up?

With stocks, you’re getting a nice steady return, but you’re not really leveraging that money to grow exponentially.Now, if you jump into something like a BRRRR strategy in real estate, you can use that same money, leverage it, and potentially see your returns multiply a lot faster.

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That lets you pull equity while keeping everything in one note.DSCR or investor rental loan: approval is based on the property’s cash flow rather than just your W-2.Bridge-to-rental: use a short-term loan to access max leverage quickly, then refinance into a DSCR once the property is stabilized.