She was comparing it more to a bed and breakfast, hard to finance.

In addition, condos tend to not appreciate as fast in value compared to single-family or multi-family homes. 

I've painted more walls, ceilings and trim work than I could ever count in my lifetime and *I* suck compared to professional painters, and most of my paint jobs could pass for lower-end professional jobs. 

You could also get a couple different agents in the area to get you good comps on what to sell it for and compare on what they say the out price can be. 

Hello All,I am looking to buy Rental property SFH (new build homes) , in range of 550k-660k 2200-2660 sft.I scotted Roseville, RanchoCordova and Elkgrove.Rancho-> Has many new builts and cheaper compared to other areas, at same time many rentals available . 

Experience Purchasing from Non-ProfitsPurchasing property from non-profit organizations often involves additional considerations compared to typical transactions:Decision-making process: Non-profits often have a board or committee that must approve property sales.

We’re working in a smaller market like Cornelia, GA, where comparable sales data can be limited, and want to make sure we present a strong case to lenders.

Durham tends to offer slightly better cash flow opportunities compared to Raleigh, especially if you’re targeting neighborhoods that are up-and-coming but still affordable.

@Tom Rairdon If you’ve owned your short-term rental (STR) for over a year, it likely qualifies for long-term capital gains (LTCG) treatment, taxed at lower rates (0%-20%) compared to your 33% ordinary income bracket.

Then, gather evidence like recent sales of comparable properties to support your case.