But we field calls several times a week from investors who fell into this trap.One very knowledgable and successful guy is @Travis Biziorek take his advice seriously. 

What really makes the difference in real estate investing is practical knowledge, networking, and hands-on experience.

Please reach out if you are knowledgeable in this area, and we can start a conversation where I can provide you with more details. 

As I have been building my foundational knowledge for investing, I am at the stage where I am also wanting to keep up with the market data that, so I may better understand the specifics of the market of my choice.

IREM President Libby Ekre, CPM, shares five essential things to look for:Licenses & Certifications – Ensure the firm has certifications like CPM or ARM, guaranteeing adherence to industry standards.Regional Experience – Local market knowledge is crucial, especially for properties in smaller cities.Property Type Expertise – Match the company’s strengths with your specific property type for better management.Company Culture – Look for a firm that values customer service and team management.

The great news is I have the time, knowledge, resources, and critical thinking skills to bring these projects to fruition.

He kept asking for the check-in instructions, which we send 24 hours, before the check-in time. 

Most of what they are asking is consistent with what I already do (I may have to change some of my timing) but boy, it makes me wonder what other hosts are doing out there that they have to make this a policy.Answering critical questionsYou must answer critical questions from guests in accordance with the timeline below:5+ days pre-stay: answer within 24 hours2 - 4 days pre-stay: answer within 12 hoursOn the guest’s check-in day and during their stay: answer within 1 hour (for messages received between 8 am and 9 pm in the property’s time zone).Access or Check-in instructionsYou must inform guests how to check in or access your property at least 72 hours before their scheduled check-in time.

Based on my limited knowledge, my understanding is that my wife and brother-in-law both have beneficial interest in the property.

I have been doing off-market acquisition for more than 30 years so I think I have some advice to share so people don't step in the same potholes that millions of newbies have by trying to build a wholesaling business without access to ARV and no knowledge of repair costs.Under what rule is every response supposed to be solutions?