If you are doing unpermitted work, it’s either too small a project or you probably don’t want to spend the money.So the market for such inspectors is probably small. 

If I just make a single listing on FF for this 5/2 and say list it for $4000 / month (market in this area), how would I get 2-3 random nurses to commit to the property?

I have been narrowing down some markets and trying to explore/research more and network.

What strategies have worked best for marketing midterm rentals in secondary or smaller markets like Portsmouth?

“We shifted to a hard-core marketing strategy,” he said.

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I'm eager to grow my book of business in various markets and connect with active wholesalers.

Southern Maine is a great market for long-term rentals, with strong demand in many areas.

The benefit to buying cash and refinancing later is that you can close on a property quickly, which works in your favor in competitive markets.

-why not pick a market closer to home?