Remain calm and professional through the process.

You mentioned that you're not interested in grants or fundraising, I'm curious what type of operating budget and actual program you have in mind.

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I’m not looking for cash flow per se, but I’d like for the investment to justify taking out of my professionally managed stock portfolio which did 20% this year. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

Professional staging, virtual tours, and high-quality photos can help them envision how the space fits their lifestyle, whether it’s for entertaining, work, or family.To overcome the “biggest house in the neighborhood” concern, shift the focus to its uniqueness and lifestyle potential.

You can find plenty of markets where nobody builds and you won't get competition but you won't get bookings either because there's no demand.It has been proven that, with short term rentals, it's the really professional hosts that make the bulk of the money (think the 80 - 20) rule.

Consulting with a tax professional is advised to ensure compliance and proper handling of deadlines.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

For me, real estate was a means to an end...so that I could spend all my professional time doing what I love: helping people and renovating properties.  

I'm piloting a new construction program that's building a generational style home 6 bedroom 4 bathroom, 2500 sq ft house in a class B/C area.