You need to actively participate in order for it to be successful.

Quote from @Patrick Flanagan: Hello, I was wondering if any out there is having success doing spec home builds?

I believe collaboration and shared knowledge/insights are key to success in real estate. 

Hello, Anyone here has successfully house hacked in BR with positive cash flow.

Purchase price: $307,000 Cash invested: $118,000 Purchased in January 2021, we successfully renovated this home to create a premier vacation rental property.

This can lead to more opportunities and partnerships.Market Understanding: As a property manager, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the local market, which can be invaluable when you start acquiring your own properties.Steady Income Stream: Property management can provide a consistent income, which can be particularly beneficial in the early stages of your real estate venture.Skill Development: You'll develop a range of skills from customer service to maintenance oversight, which are crucial for successful property ownership.Brand Recognition: Establishing a presence as a reliable property management company can boost your reputation, making it easier to attract tenants and investors when you start acquiring properties.Cons:Time Commitment: Property management can be time-consuming, especially if you're dealing with multiple properties or demanding clients.Regulatory Compliance: Staying compliant with local laws and regulations requires diligence and can be complex.Conflict Resolution: Dealing with tenant issues and conflicts is an inevitable part of property management and can sometimes be challenging.Financial Risk: There are financial risks involved, including late payments or damage to properties.Market Fluctuations: The property market can be unpredictable, affecting both rental income and property values.Overall, starting with a property management company can be a smart way to enter the real estate space, especially in an area with a clear need for such services.

There’s a lot of opportunity locally, but one of the 3 keys to success in STR investing is having enough cash to do them properly.  

We still own this property, but we have: 1) leased to market rent, 2) successfully implemented RUBS to save roughly $3,000/year, 3) Reduced vacancy/bad debt from pre-acquisition T-12 of 15% to less than 4%.

Purchase price: $307,000 Cash invested: $118,000 Purchased in January 2021, we successfully renovated this home to create a premier vacation rental property.

Purchase price: $307,000 Cash invested: $118,000 Purchased in January 2021, we successfully renovated the interior and exterior of this home that resulted in a premier vacation rental property.