Make sure you buy it low enough to make it worth the trouble.

Also, townhomes are a great bridge property, it's a common trend that those in townhomes are aspiring for home ownership meaning credit sensitive and with that right mindset. 

A property manager’s expertise in handling maintenance issues, dealing with tenant concerns, ensuring legal compliance, and keeping vacancy rates low can make a huge difference in the financial performance and sustainability of a property.

The Retainer Fee is credited towards whatever they buy from us in the 90 days, so in effect, costs them nothing.Note: we're not doing this to make money, but to avoid the time-wasters.

Im self employed, roughly make $130k gross anually, 1099 NEC , no debt at all, 740 credit score. 

Margins seem low and the risk seems high.

Dedicate one checking account and credit card exclusively to real estate.

Look for a location with low crime, then look for the neighborhoods with the best schools.

While I do not have an official W-2 currently, I do have a steady income, great credit, and have money saved as well from working since I was 13 years old.I relate to Ian Kay in his journey but also am very determined to make my goals/dreams a reality this year by July 2025.

Also, what are some other low cost amenities that I can add to my STR that will yield a higher ROI?