Rochester, NY, and its suburbs could be great markets for this, with steady demand for single-family homes in good neighborhoods.

Here's a quick summary:Manchester: STR demand could come from business travelers, especially near Hartford.Canton: Lower demand unless near outdoor recreation areas.Southington: Strong option with year-round tourists (skiing, Lake Compounce).Bristol: Good potential with ESPN and tourist attractions.Berlin: May have less demand unless near major highways.Focus on properties near attractions or business centers to keep occupancy high.

Supply and demand will dictate.

When I sent a firm message demanding an answer the property manager completely freaked out and called me half crying about how she’s working to leave the company and some huge sob story that was totally unprofessional to ever tell a customer.

You're absolutely right, creativity is essential to make deals work in this environment, and building from the ground up, especially in high-demand areas like Raleigh, can be a great solution.Your current project sounds like a smart move, particularly with the zoning for a duplex and ADUs.

However, since you mentioned this is a mid-term rental strategy, make sure to factor in vacancy rates, seasonal demand, and potential furnishing costs, which can be higher than long-term rentals.What you may also want to consider:Exit Strategy: If rates don’t drop within 12-18 months for your refi, what will your backup plan look like?

Is that demand even legal?

Texas cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston are experiencing rapid growth. For those selling in these areas, what trends are you seeing in buyer preferences? Are buyers looking for more urban spaces, or is suburban ...

@Genesis DuncanIowa, the Quad Cities region, Cleveland, Akron, and Dayton are all affordable markets with diverse economies and strong rental demand.

Anyways, investors should demand more from their tax professionals.