I’ve considered multifamily or duplexes, but from what I’ve heard, they’re unideal right now, so I’m leaning towards STRs.I’ve put together a list of areas that seem STR-friendly with good tourism appeal, and I’d love to get feedback from people who know the San Antonio market well.

It saddens me to see millions of people strapped to their jobs, trying to protect their holy grail 401K, until they are 60, and then start taking their "distributions", having a couple of decades left to live.

In Oak Park, we have had people like Ray Kroc, Ernest Hemingway, Bob Newhart, Sam Gianncana, Betty White. 

So let’s assume with realistic expense estimates over 1st 5 years you average $250 in today equivalent dollars (it will be a challenge at that starting point).The ADUs are typically receiving valuations below $100k, but let’s be generous to show the scope of the people and say it adds $150k of value. 

People just don't know what they don't know and there is a lot more to real estate transactions than looking at Zillow and using the state form to fill out a contract.   

Any insights/people with experience in this market who can chime in?

I am looking forward to connecting with people in the area and sharing wisdom along the way!

For a vacation rental, I could see people thinking they look dirty / streaky. 

I'm starting a property management company and I'm curious to know how people have marketed themselves online.

I would love to discuss real estate with like minded people over coffee, dinner or virtually