All Forum Posts by: Brooklyn McCarty

I think this is going to vary widely on your market. 

Somewhere like Orlando, you need a pool or at least access to one. In markets where a pool is expected, then I would say the headache of keeping it maintained is worth it. 

My husband and I purchased some property in Gulf Shores. We looked at some places on the island, our agent didn't tell us "never buy anything there," but he did warn us of a couple things. 

There is erosion there, obviously it's a island. 
Also when the weather is bad during hurricane season they will often close the ferry, which can make it impossible to get to the island. 

Def something you would want to have in play with a remote pool STR

I think this depends on your market... I only invest in regional drive to markets that are tried and tested true vacation markets. Avery Carl dissects different types of markets in the BP book - Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth. I would suggest reading this before you get too far. 

I would look into a software like Super Hog! They will handle all of this for you and screen your guest as well. 

I agree with Bill. Let her ride out this current booking and then if she wants to extend or stay again, decline it and raise your rates a ton. In the meantime, gather evidence. 

Also make sure your guests are signing a RA

I Would reach out to Brenna Carles with The Mortgage Shop and talk to her about DSCR.

First I would see what the regulations are there especially if there are only a few listings. 

The best way is to call or visit the county and see what the regulations are 

I would block time as soon as this guest checks out to get it installed. 

As for the mowing - do you have a yard shed or somewhere else you can store it? If you are the one mowing do you have the flexibility to mow during turns? Just give the guest a heads up that lawn care will be there X day. I also wouldn't tell the guest that you are the lawn care, I would just let them believe you are some random landscaper so they don't have a million and one complaints for you