People seem more angry with Airbnb and VRBO but ultimately, guests still see more value in them than hotels so the question will be if new entrants (or existing platforms like BDC) will continue to invest in the STR space (e.g.

When thinking about using a 401(k) loan for real estate, view it not just as an access point for funds, but as a strategic part of your overall financial plan.

How confident are you that you'll be able to pick up something good in the 2-4 unit space? 

For example, you could showcase the family-friendly amenities, outdoor spaces, and stylish interiors all at once, similar to the one shared here (this is a listing photo, so I would recommend you change the text to fit your guests).

If you need to invest in $5k or $10k increments chances are strong you will need access to your money on your timeline, not some syndicator or someone once removed from the syndicator says you can have your money back..

Usually you're going to have to invest some front-end money to survey it out and work with an engineer to figure out what's possible (generally the more lots the better) based on your existing access to infrastructure, the desirability of the area, zoning rules, etc. 

I'm also working on upgrades for THE MTR Connect - better scheduling, automations, guest speakers, social media - all to help promote the collaborative and supportive space my colleague @Jamie Banks and I have created.

It is about creating an experience and really focusing on easily accessibility with convenience. 

This plan covers 24/7/365 troubleshooting services from Lula's experts (such as guidance on resetting a circuit breaker), tenant coordination for scheduling repairs, and access to a network of vetted professionals.Once you're subscribed to Lula, you can set aside a pre-approved amount for repairs, which can be used without needing to contact you as well.

This isn’t about immediate affordability; it’s about creating a sustainable system that gradually reduces costs and increases accessibility through scale and efficiency.Institutionalizing Cultural and Economic ValueSimilar to how pension funds and university endowments operate, this model institutionalizes cultural value.