@Patrick Goswitz My sub contractors mark up the materials they purchase anywhere from 50-200% and charge me the extra.

Cuz, I'm going to all the other folks that own these properties and we are gonna make a deal that nobody sells for 3 years. 

Always looking to meet new folks in the space.  

Check the in person events and meetups in your local area, our online community is full of knowledge and folks willing to share and still nothing replaces the opportunity to interact IRL, you never know who you will meet and where that can take you on your REI journey. 

As Min Zhang suggested, making sure you have a reliable property management company is key and can ensure you aren't dedicating any extra time to taking care of this asset when you already have a job with demanding hours.

Lots of good knowledgeable folks on here, and good local PDX/VAN people as well.

Yes, there are more steps to go through (often including sending in a W-9 tax form), but those steps are usually pretty straightforward.Additionally, most of the folks tasked with finding the housing for the company's VIPs are really appreciative of being treated well by a good property manager, so you can stand above the crowd by simply responding quickly and respectfully.

I can't connect you with IRA/401k lenders, but certainly you can educate folks on this concept.

Well as you can imagine folks tried all sorts off games to qualify for it.

Hey @Mariangela Ciciarelli, Many of our clients invest casually in short-term rentals (STRs) near Disney in Orlando, and while there is potential, extra due diligence is crucial.