But if you're willing to take a tiny leap of faith, I think the returns are solid, the diligence and the integrity are there, and the states/markets/submarkets and the asset class are thumbs-up.

And assets that provide you with great depreciation but not great income or stability are just a form of robbing from Peter to pay Paul.   

This fosters a top-down management approach that ensures accountability and efficiency throughout the property.As I've earned from my own experiences, the difference between a good operator and a poor one lies in effective asset management.

This is a picture was taken 2 days ago by my contractor in front of my property.So long story short Derek, there are more than just financial returns as to why people invest.  

Financial Highlights•Acquisition Price: $72,000•Renovation Costs: $35,600•Total Investment: $107,600•Funds: raised from personal savings and private lender How did you add value to the deal?

I was able to become financially independent in 2 years with two properties.

My end game is to show you a path to financial independence, whether that be at 45 yrs old or 70 yr old.  

(Due to some financial issues with him in the past, I'm not willing to cosign for him)  Would a rental agreement with the roommates suffice? 

It was Civic Financial - I’m not sure they do referral bonuses or anything but I can share a contact info if you needed someone.

IMO a big reason why so many people are hurting right now is because the underlying asset only makes sense using this one strategy STR.