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9 December 2024 | 15 replies
We’re sorry to hear that your experience fell short of your expectations, we value this opportunity to reflect and improve.We worked closely with you for over a year to prepare your property for success in the short-term rental market.
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20 December 2024 | 28 replies
How often is an individual successfully sued for an amount that exceeds their insurance coverage?
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9 December 2024 | 2 replies
You only get paid enough to continue.3) You don't need a dozen self-help books, all you need is action and self-discipline.4) YouTube University, podcasts, and the internet will only take you so far. 5) Book smarts make interesting conversation, street smarts make money.6) Find someone who is successful doing what you want to be doing and ask questions.
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8 December 2024 | 21 replies
Be cautious of any promises that seem too good to be true, especially around funding or guarantees of success.
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3 December 2024 | 29 replies
Every other month it was spot on 12% return.Having said all that, I am currently experiencing some lag in performance with their new AHP Servicing fund which just opened to new investors November 2018.
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6 December 2024 | 27 replies
@Guenevere F. you're going to need 20-25% down to get a mortgage.If you target $100k, that won't leave you any funds for closing cost, maintenance or emergency reserves.You could try targeting around $80k, but the $16k-$20k down payment would still not leave you with enough.If you buy under $80k, you're probably buying such a low-end property that it is unlikely to meet your performance expectations.
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18 December 2024 | 29 replies
You do that and success will be inevitable.
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11 December 2024 | 11 replies
While your properties hold significant equity, adding debt from HELOCs or a DSCR loan could strain your finances if STR performance fluctuates or costs rise.
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10 December 2024 | 5 replies
Determine the attributes of experience, knowledge, and capital needed to be successful, and evaluate how you stack up 4.
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8 December 2024 | 3 replies
I've had success with Eagle Eye Networks.Next consider if you want it monitored or just recorded.