STR one or both units of a Long Beach duplex?

[Jennifer Gardner]

I just bought a duplex in Long Beach, CA with the intention of LTRing the top unit and STRing the bottom one. But now I'm considering just STRing both. I'm hiring a company to furnish and set it up so why not both? The idea for LTR was for security/stability but honestly I know I would make a lot more with STR and the duplex is in a very desirable location; I've already done my research on how well it should do with the right systems in place. WWYD?

[Jayson Cain]

@Jennifer Gardner Congrats on the new duplex! I happen to have a STR unit in Long Beach, CA as well. First I would check with the city about the ordinances as it recently changed. The city requires you to apply for a permit, but it should be a simple process. It's been streamlined and taxes are all collected through most of the hosting platforms.

I'm also connected with most of the property managers and operators in the area so if you need a second opinion when researching feel free to reach out.