All Forum Posts by: Keleisha Carter

Who is your targeted tenant? While it may seem counterintuitive, having a specific tenant in mind when designing and marketing the proeprty is very important. If your market supports medium term rental demand and you're having issues getting booked, put yourself in a potential guests shoes when reviewing your listing. Are you priced correctly? Do you offer the same or better amenities than comparable properties?

In regards to listing with ALE Solutions there's also other insurance sites I'd recommend listing on such as Temporary Housing Directory

Send us a link to the listing. Knowing the area might help. Some areas have lots of listings in the Lackland area. Depending on how close to Lackland also will make a difference. Rough areas right around the base.

You may be in a very saturated market. How much competition is there? You might try posting a link to your property from any of those sites. Folks here could review and provide some recommendations perhaps. Not every property is suitable for MTRs. If it's a 3/1 or a 4/1 you're going to struggle. Location, as in neighborhood, really, really matters too. And, as @Bill B. you have to be priced appropriately. 

Almost has to be price or advertising right? I would have started with FF for MTR but you're there now. Are you around the equivalent of 1.5-2x LTR and 1/2 of STR? That's the ballpark I've heard. Are you getting plenty of STR bookings?

I assume you had a professional photographer take the pictures. If so, try a 20% price cut. What’s the worst that could happen, you get some bookings?

 Hi @Keleisha Carter,

I own a wholesaling company based here in Tampa. I would love to connect and discuss how we can work together! I used to fix and flip properties before, so if there's anything else I can assist you with (referrals, etc.), please feel free to reach out.

If you are looking for off market deals I have a bunch! I am an investor, realtor, and wholesaler! 

Are you talking about becoming the GC on new projects?  Or just investing in new construction?

I would look at what your strengths are and what you enjoy.  Only go down the new construction GC route if you plan to do a lot.  Not worth the learning curve.  Plus you will need to carry your own team or be in good with sub contractors which means you need volume.  Do you plan to scale up to 5 to 10 houses per year?  

I'm in Tampa and, in addition to financing homes, we've built our share of ground-up spec homes here in the Bay Area. You're right, experience is key when lenders look at financing a construction deal. It's way too risky for the lender not to have an experienced hand at the wheel. Your best bet is to partner with someone with a great deal of experience. Get a handful of deals under your belt and learn the ropes. Once you've got that experience, you can slowly transition to solo projects. 

Absolutely here to help you out! Over the past 20 years, I've built some amazing friendships with a bunch of wholesalers. These long-term connections are like a treasure trove for insights and opportunities in real estate. I’m really excited to share this network with you and see how we can make the most of these connections together!