The northwest suburbs of Akron are the higher  income areas.  

We talked about an aggressive paydown at a rate of $5k for the next 6 months to make the deal sweeter for the next person, but renting it would be preferable to that I believe since I can get a higher return on smaller development projects at a burn rate like that. 

If you sell, you’ll likely face a significantly higher rate on any future purchase, which could make finding a cash-flowing property challenging.

Typically, we are shooting for top of foundation to be 24 inches higher than the road and at least 36 inches above the bottom of the drainage.

Nightly rates: Yes, but the benchmarks should also be lower.Year 2 turnaround: What strategies could we implement to project a higher ROI in our second year?

Cleveland is a great market to invest in as well if you're looking for that higher cash-flow.

Condos come furnished with everything you need to live comfortably, including a full kitchen or kitchenette to prepare your favorite meals and often even laundry facilities.Cost-Effectiveness: A Smarter Way to StayWhile it may seem like a monthly condo rental is a higher upfront cost than a hotel, consider the long-term savings.

You profit share with them for the first 10 deals (at the higher levels) because they really are right there with you holding your hand, and as I mentioned, doing three way calls, etc. every step of the way.  

The market remains a seller's market, characterized by higher prices and faster home sales.

I believe in putting in the work—1,000 hours of research, testing, and learning—before offering advice, and I’m excited to tap into the collective wisdom of this community to refine my approach.Here’s where my head is at: I’m considering strategies like short-term rentals (Airbnb) for higher cash flow, long-term rentals for steady income, or even creative options like house hacking or partnerships to stretch the funds further.