I would call every "handyman special" sign you see hanging on telephone polls in your market.  

If you want to be a career landlord, find a landlord attorney who specializes in property management operations.

Consulting with a local real estate agent who specializes in vacation homes can provide valuable insights and help navigate the intricacies of the Seattle market.

@Emelie Deans Finding a CPA that specializes in real estate taxation is definitely a necessity to be able to take advantage of all the tax strategies. 

Yes - you should be able to find a lender that is "AirBnBRRRR" friendly - most DSCR Lenders will require the full 12 months of STR history but a few that specialize in STR can qualify less than one year, typically with AirDNA projections or some common-sense mixed underwriting approach

We ended up selling the bigs to out of area syndications on contracts/ seller-financing in '22.I'd get with a tax pro that specializes in RE. 

I specialize in Oregon STR’s and multi family along the entire Oregon Coast.

Does it have enough reserves, any special assessments on the horizon (could be extra thousands in additional fees), when is the next big expense coming (like roof change, elevator replacement, etc), the rent cap and what rents options are available.

Here's a list of tasks where ChatGPT can be particularly beneficial:Initial Client Interactions: Use ChatGPT as the first point of contact on websites to answer basic client queries and gather preliminary information.Property Information: Automate responses to common questions about property listings, such as square footage, amenities, and nearby attractions.Appointment Scheduling: ChatGPT can help schedule property viewings or meetings based on the broker's availability.Market Updates: ChatGPT can be programmed to provide recent market statistics, price trends, or news to clients on demand.FAQs: Handle frequently asked questions about the property buying/selling process, brokerage fees, or other standard real estate queries.Document Explanation: Brief explanations of common real estate documents, terms, and jargons, ensuring clients have preliminary understanding before detailed discussions.Lead Qualification: By asking potential clients a series of questions, ChatGPT can help in initial lead qualification, filtering out those who aren't serious or ready to move forward.Feedback Collection: After a property tour or meeting, ChatGPT can gather feedback, which helps in improving services or adjusting property prices.Recommendations: Based on client preferences, ChatGPT can suggest properties from the broker's listings.Follow-ups: Automated reminders or check-ins with potential clients to maintain engagement.Education: Offer brief tutorials or explanations about real estate concepts, market trends, or investment advice.Localization: Provide information about neighborhoods, schools, and local amenities to clients interested in specific areas.Transaction Updates: Keep clients informed about the status of their property transaction, from initial offer to closing.Referrals: Encourage satisfied clients to refer friends and family by sending automated referral requests or reminders.Networking: Introduce and maintain relationships with other brokers, agents, or relevant professionals in an automated yet personable manner.Maintenance Reminders: For brokers also involved in property management, ChatGPT can remind tenants of maintenance schedules or gather feedback post-maintenance.Reviews & Testimonials: Automate the process of collecting reviews and testimonials from satisfied clients for promotional use.Mortgage & Financing Info: Provide preliminary information on mortgage rates, lending institutions, or financing options available.Training: New agents in the brokerage can use ChatGPT for training purposes, asking questions about company policies, sales techniques, or market nuances.Market Analysis Reports: While detailed analysis might require specialized tools, ChatGPT can give general market outlooks based on data provided to it.By leveraging ChatGPT in these areas, brokers can increase efficiency, enhance client engagement, and free up time to focus on relationship-building and closing deals.

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