However, we're struggling with maintaining a "source of truth" because the property management company uses Buildium for rent collection.

Rural areas are maintaining non-inflated values and rental rates.

You may desire to look into ways to increase your leverage and use the money for other investment opportunities.You do not state what state this is, but if it is CA the property 13 reduced property tax is only maintained if the home was the primary of the deceased and will be the primary of a child (this was the case for my brother and he is still living in the home at a tax rate that is based on a 1977 purchase plus 2% max annual increase).  

Real Estate Equity Options — But Not YetWith your equity, you could access funds through a HELOC or cash-out refinance, but at today’s rates that likely doesn’t make sense until your reserves are stable and debt-to-income improves.In 12–24 months, you could revisit one of these options:HELOC: Maintain your low-rate mortgage, only pay interest on what you use.

That being said, try to pay your balance off in full every month.2) Number of open accounts can hurt you, but can also help you if; 1) you maintain a zero balance, and 2) you have "time in credit" aka it's been open for a while (years).3) Late student loan payments, exceeding 60 days are bad, exceeding 120 days are crap...4) Outstanding balances, judgements, etc... try not to have thoseBut most importantly, you need TIME.

It’s around $150/year, but well worth it.Having a PM software in place also adds a professional barrier between you and the tenants, which helps set expectations and maintain boundaries.

Because the Property Class dictates the Class of the tenant pool that the property will attract.The Tenant Class greatly impacts rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.Both Property Class and Tenant Class will affect what type of contractors, handymen and property management companies you should target and be willing to deal with a property.The Property Class will also impact the maintenance & renovations you do to, “Maintain to the Neighborhood”.Why is that important?

Stay open-minded, be persistent, and maintain your curiosity.

While keeping cash deployed in new opportunities can maximize potential returns, maintaining a reasonable reserve ensures you're prepared for the unexpected and can sustain your investments over the long term. 

Directions3Pompano BeachKnown for its impressive short-term rental performance, Pompano Beach maintains high occupancy rates and substantial average annual revenue, making it a notable market for STR investments.