#3 is a rule every new real estate investor (and many seasoned, including at times myself) need to remember.

I came in the middle of high season (11/1) and I was 43% in Nov, 64% in Dec.

However, since you mentioned this is a mid-term rental strategy, make sure to factor in vacancy rates, seasonal demand, and potential furnishing costs, which can be higher than long-term rentals.What you may also want to consider:Exit Strategy: If rates don’t drop within 12-18 months for your refi, what will your backup plan look like?

@Brandon Craig, it sounds like you got your answer from two very seasoned individuals. 

I was advised by a (seasonal flipper) that I should transfer but now I am not so sure if this is what’s best. 

There are number of great meet ups here and lots of major players here on the BP network. 

STR for the high season and mid term for the off season.

I wanted to introduce myself as I am incredibly anxious to step foot into the incredible world of REI and would love to know if there are any local investors that meet/would like to meet on a semi-regular basis.I currently have a full time job in outside sales in the Arvada area so I do a lot of driving around which enables me to spend a lot of my time listening to podcasts and educating myself but I would love to get to know some players within my local area to really dive deep into the subject and in which I could potentially be of value in the future.

An 8-week stay could be a great opportunity, especially during your slow season, but a few things to think about:Since your guest has no reviews, maybe ask for a reference or just have a quick chat to feel things out.

Can I even break even if Summer rental season is a max of five months, and more likely three?