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Short Term Rental Beginner
I'm thrilled to begin my journey into buying short-term rental properties. The idea of owning and managing vacation homes that provide memorable stays for travelers excites me. It's a unique opportunity to combine my passion for real estate with hospitality, and I'm eager to dive into the process, build a portfolio, and create welcoming spaces that generate both income and experiences.
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I'm thrilled to begin my journey into buying short-term rental properties. The idea of owning and managing vacation homes that provide memorable stays for travelers excites me. It's a unique opportunity to combine my passion for real estate with hospitality, and I'm eager to dive into the process, build a portfolio, and create welcoming spaces that generate both income and experiences.
Hey @Eric Nielsen
Something I would recommend for you is this website. https://www.areavibes.com/
Use this rating and classification system I have created over time to get an idea of the "Class" for the area - A class B class & so on
Here is my rating & classification for each livability score.
80 and above A+
78/79 A
76/77 A-
74/75 B+
72/73 B
70/71 B-
68/69 C+
66/67 C
64/65 C-
60/63 D
59 and below F
- Preston Dean
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- 817-480-9452
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