The proceeds could be reinvested into something with better returns or even used to simplify your finances(Like Bettment still offer 4.75% for new customers, and you don't need to do anything!).

As you said, this allows you to track LLCs (locations) and properties (classes and/or customers).

Ideally, this would be just one step in a larger plan to grow into multiple rental units over time.

Something I would recommend from experience working with people is to figure out your ideal niche and stick to that, at least just starting out.

Ideally, I’d stick with a single market, but the numbers in Houston didn’t make sense anymore, and I didn’t want to buy another short-term rental.

We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to review your property.Best regards,"I replied back asking for more specifics, wondering if it is the Milwaukee market, the Wisconsin market, the multi-family market, or the property itself, and I got crickets....At the very least, I should get better customer service explaining why.

Everybody is different, but the climate is tougher now as carriers begin to cull customers to eliminate unprofitable ones.  

I've heard nothing but complaints from customers AND their franchise agents reegarding the quality of their 800-number service center. 

Ideally you need to throw 3-4 hours a day at it to see fruit down the road.

.- Short-Term Rentals in Non-Traditional Markets: Secondary markets like Florence, Alabama, are ideal for short-term rentals.