Investing in real estate in actually starting, managing, and marketing a company. 

U go into C D in any city in the mid west rust belt quote un quote BRRR market or cash flow market and you will experience the exact same thing very time.

Second, in terms of asset protection, LLCs are not invincible, but I think what many don’t understand is that they are not designed to completely shield your assets from liabilities, on the contrary they are designed to contain and isolate liabilities.

I'm in Phoenix and obviously you can see that there are so many people moving from the west coast states out here to a cheaper and better weather market.

Last short term rental we put on the market was booked for a 30 day stay first day on the market.

If Allstate is not offering proper coverage (stress the if) and you can get proper coverage in the surplus lines market you would want to do that. 

For example, I can't see a way to use any marketing packages??? 

It’s important to ensure you’re comfortable with these risks and consult a financial advisor.If you choose to use a HELOC, consider traditional financing or private loans as alternatives if you prefer not to risk your home.As for your first rental, markets in the Midwest and Southeast offer great opportunities with turnkey properties that are tenant-ready and appreciating.

Quote from @Lorraine Hadden: As we close out 2024 and look forward to 2025, NAR released its 2025 list of top performers in 10 metro markets.

With average rents in Charlotte hovering around $1,800 to $2,000, that means an average agent fee of just $190—if the management company even pays the showing fee.I understand that this may vary by market, but in mine, I don’t see agents being incentivized to work with renters.