While some reductions might increase short-term costs for investors, a more balanced budget could stabilize inflation and interest rates over time.

Quote from @Shawn Questa: Hi all,I am curious what some of the Pros would do to Help a Seller in this situation while making a Deal happen.I found a 200+ day old MLS Listing where the Agent said the Seller is in Financial Ruin, hasn't Paid the Mortgage in a year, owes about 180k on an approx. 210k House and multiple Buyers have backed out.I don't know how someone could not Pay their Note in a year and not at least be in Pre-foreclosure. 

Eventually a nice vacation rental on the water that we can also use for short term rentals.

Say you had a long rectangle going back.

I have several short-term rentals down here & am an STR expert in the area.

Whether you’re targeting strong cash flow or long-term appreciation, understanding the dynamics of each neighborhood is key.

It's so much work to furnish and set up a short term rental.

Lancaster city limits short term rentals to only certain zones of the city so definitely look at the city website for that information.

Be clear on terms—percentage of equity, profit-sharing, and exit strategy.

What if franchising is part of the strategy, with a long-term goal of acquiring properties as well?