I am primarily hosting traveling medical personnel because there is a lot of demand for these professionals in our area and because my units are suited to their needs.

You should visit Beers and Deals in Little Italy hosted by @Rich Somers as well as Ales & Assets hosted by @Mel Adams.

@Stefano, there are a host of lenders that can lend to foreign nationals.

I am definitely hosting at least 1 open house every weekend and that is actually how I found my first clients!

You also don't need to do a traditional long term strategy, is there a draw the  area that playing host to a traveling nurse or other professional/student would be interested? 

More big name companies will join the STR industry and hosts who are not exceeding expectation will be weeded out by their money power.

I looked into the town of Catskill itself and what stumped me was the requirement for the host to be available within 30 min by automobile while occupied.

I would also look at the availability of public water and public sewer, if not at the site how far away are those services.

Also, consider who you’re hosting, is it families, business travelers, or medical professionals?

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