You can also start by being a "bird dog" and finding off market deals.

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.Software does have extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.

The two are almost entirely different markets in terms of price points, returns, tenant quality, and overall investing strategy.

These numbers suggest this could be a strong buy-and-hold investment, assuming the market supports your rent and expense estimates.Good luck!

@Beatrice Ontiti we most certainly agree that adding new construction in a growth market to your portfolio would be a great next step! 

But it had been for sale on the market since July, 2024. 

They are just regurgitating marketing 101 trying to sell the holy grail. 

@Virginia Frost What market/city are you targeting?

The more effort you put in to make your home stand out in a (maybe) already congested market, the higher the chances are that someone books your furnished rentals over others.

@Danielle Levy a lot of questions regarding your accusations:1) What are the average Days On Market (DOM) for rentals in this "hot" market?