Most are actually pretty helpful if you reach out and ask questions in advance vs being hostile when they make you jump through hoops completing applications and preparing for the P&Z hearing.

How long did it take and is there anything I should prepare for? 

I inherited my stepdad home unfortunately because of his passing...I have always wanted to do the Airbnb venture and thus unfortunately gave me the opportunity.

Here are some of my individual goals:- Purchase class B multifamily assets with 25-50 units, and value add opportunity, in key cities in Ohio and Michigan - Create joint ventures to take down initial properties- Start a syndication to purchase additional properties- Create a brand with a thorough online presence Please connect with me if these goals interest you and align with your goals.

You'll have Craigslist, Biggerpockets, referrals, you can call title companies, and even other wholesalers if you have no luck finding a buyer. 50% of a deal by co-wholesaling or joint venturing is better than 0% of no deal.

What options do I have for financing this next venture?

Concessions This is another monster that can decimate your cash flow if you're not prepared for it and don't underwrite your deal correctly going in.

You can get into a Joint Venture (JV) where you bring the deal and sweat equity, and your partner brings the financing.

It's important to educate yourself on how to prevent it from happening, and then being prepared to act quickly and decisively if it does happen.The problem is pervasive enough in Cleveland that a Google search turned up a lot of news articles, helpful blogs, and other resources.

I inherited my stepdad home unfortunately because of his passing...I have always wanted to do the Airbnb venture and thus unfortunately gave me the opportunity.