Starting off with a build-to-rent in Burleson is a bold and strategic move DFW continues to show strong fundamentals for long-term rental demand, especially in suburbs with solid school districts and job growth.New construction rentals can offer lower maintenance and stronger tenant appeal, but they come with their own learning curve, especially around timelines, permitting, and lease-up strategy.

Like Michael said above, sometimes it's a boring plan, but it works if you strategize and can leave some room for growth.If short-term cash is your priority, flip it.

At 19, you’re setting yourself up for long-term success the right way: learning business, saving capital, and thinking strategically about real estate.

It’s a case study in platform economics, scalability risk, and the importance of strategic independence.

In that case, you’ll have the opportunity to strategize and deduct expenses like mortgage interest, property taxes, repairs, management fees, and depreciation, often reducing your taxable income significantly.

You’re not stuck — just one strategic pivot away.You can still scale to 5–10 units, but the next purchase needs to be structured differently, not saved for.If you want recommendations for Indiana neighborhoods, PMs, or strategies, happy to share.— Hamidou

It keeps your real estate portfolio working for you, helps them save on housing, and still offers tax benefits like depreciation and expense deductions, something you’re already familiar with from your duplex.Definitely worth contacting your CPA and strategizing through all of this.

     - Wealth acceleration: When used strategically, they let you leverage capital to grow your portfolio faster.However, the flip side is that once the IO period ends, payments rise sharply when principal repayment begins.

Bridge loans can be a lifesaver when used strategically, especially for investors running BRRRR or flip-to-rent plays.I’ve seen them work best when there’s a clear exit plan from day one —> usually lining up a DSCR refinance once the property is stabilized and generating rental income.

Given the vacancy question and mixed guidance, what would be your next strategic step?