Find a good real estate agent that is also an investor specialist and they can help you navigate what will get you your best ROI for your situation.  

Hi Duane, my firm offers a Premier-approval product and can fund multiple deals at a time. 

@Jordan BrownWith $50,000 saved and no debt, you have a strong starting position for real estate investing.

Of course Lancaster is a huge real estate spot in Pennsylvania and continues to grow bigger and better with York county doing well but not quite as fantastic as Lancaster.

Discount Property Wholesalers, Real Property Network, and Coast 2 Coast House Buyers just to name a few.They can be a reliable source for off-market deals here in the Portland Oregon market.

Are you new to real estate investing or just to the forums?

"I know far too many people who regret selling real estate looking back 20 years, but I've yet to come across one who regrets keeping it."

Start anywhere—offer to assist, intern, whatever it takes—and absorb as much knowledge as you can.

I listen to the podcast and the Real Estate Rookie pretty religiously.

Some design and amenity ideas:+ Welcoming living space with plush seating for family hangouts+ Coffee bar or stocked tea station for early mornings before campus events+ Dining table or breakfast nook perfect for family meals+ Dedicated workspace for parents who need to check in on workFor sports fans, tap into their game-day energy and make your STR the go-to spot for a fun, convenient stay:+ Big, comfortable seating & a great TV setup (think oversized couch, streaming sports channels)+ Game-day essentials like a mini fridge stocked with game-day snacks/drinks+ Outdoor space with a grill & seating for pre- or post-game gatherings+ Good parking (sports fans hate scrambling)+ Team spirit decor touches (subtle, not tacky—think framed sports prints, not full-on mascot murals)Your design & reviews will do most of the marketing but to market directly to these guests:🎯 List your STR on sites where parents and alumni book (if allowed)🎯 Partner with local businesses—coffee shops, sports bars, or tailgate services—where your ideal guests hang out🎯 Optimize your listing title and description with phrases like “Perfect for Visiting Parents & College Game Days”🎯 Time any discounts/promotions around major campus events—homecoming, graduation, big rivalry gamesThink of it this way, you’re not just offering a place to stay—you’re creating an experience they’ll want to book again and again.