We've now both retired from 6-figure W2 jobs.Lifestyles Unlimited is based out of Houston, but has offices in several cities.

I'm wondering if the same lenders who financing STR's would consider Padspits.You may want to check this, but I would imagine that renting via Padsplit would be considered as a STR which have been highly restricted in the city of New Orleans, and the only way you can get a permit recently is to also live in the property.

Mike Tyson famously said "Everyone has a plan til they get punched in the face"Detroit is a never ending punch in the face LOL!

This site says it's for travel nurses, but their users come from all walks of life and it's growing daily. go to https://furnishedfinder.stats and enter the city information.

I have a summer rental in Bethlehem NH and have had some success renting to the Hasidic Jewish community from New York City.

I on one hand focus on local politics, because I can have a relationship with my state senator, assembly person, mayor and city council people. 

Water has been off since May according to the city and all plants dead.

Lesson: in a pro-tenant law city especially, don't do illegal things, don't have fire code or safety violations and if you ask someone to leave, follow all local laws.

The city is very open to this setup, with a clear permit process: $500 initially, plus a $100 inspection fee.

Verifying last 2 years of rental history and income extremely important to find the “best of the worst”.Make sure you understand the Class of properties you are looking at and the corresponding results to expect.The City of Detroit has 183 Neighborhoods we’ve analyzed.PM us if you’d like to discuss this logical approach in greater detail!