It wasn’t pretty, but that’s how I scaled up buying and holding 29 SFR without using my savings to acquire these houses.

Additionally, I have one savings account for reserves for all my properties, which I add to every month. 

-PatrickA high yield savings account has a number of advantages.

Health insurance payments, Health savings account lots of options. 

First house was a house hack, so saved me a big chuck right off the bat. 

If you have $100k saved up, maybe you can afford to try out a well-vetted coach. 

Use your 9-to-5 income to save aggressively, invest in your education, and network with experienced investors.

Over 2K a month in costs savings to the building.

Investing in a new construction duplex or quad in a high-growth market is a smart approach—both for immediate cost savings and long-term cash flow.I also agree that focusing on markets with strong job growth and population increases is key.

Setting up direct bookings is a great way to save on fees, but you’re right—it requires extra effort to ensure everything runs smoothly.For vetting guests, start by asking a few questions when they inquire, like the purpose of their stay, how many people will be there, and if they’ve stayed in short-term rentals before.