I feel it is important to share my experience to ensure that no one else falls victim to what has been a deeply troubling situation.Jay has taken significant sums of money from investors, including myself.

If it sounds too good to be true, then make sure that you take the necessary steps to ensure your own safety.

To CORRECTLY do Build-4-Rent there is never HOPE of appreciation, there is CERTAINTY, mathematical data and insight driven CERTAINTY, knowledge of the appreciation to come. 

One of the biggest lessons I've learned as an STR cohost, marketer & investor-friendly Realtor is the importance of thorough market research and setting up your listing based on data.

It should have a good spread to ensure you're not losing money in the long run.

The reasons they identified will not impress the judge and you will win as long as you followed the proper procedures.There is no way to ensure that they won't damage the property, but you have recourse if they do.

While this approach ensures more reliable tenants, it also limits the pool of prospective renters, making it challenging for individuals with less conventional financial profiles to secure housing.Given these challenges, I have decided to exit the Ontario rental market.

Here is my current set up:1) ShowMojo for managing the self showing listings (It has some self showing anti-fraud services, syncs with smart lockbox to issues codes, etc etc)2) CodeBox Jr smart lockbox where I have the keys3) ReoLink Go Plus Cellular Camera with a $5 per month T mobile data only sim card.

•How do I ensure I have enough information to provide a realistic budget to my hard money lender within 24 hours?

For those who have ventured into Co-Living, what strategies have you found most effective in ensuring both financial success and a strong sense of community?