Building a network and finding potential buyers and JV partners is key to scaling, and it’s great that you're already active on social media and have created a BiggerPockets account.To leverage BP effectively, start by engaging consistently in the forums, not just with your own posts but by adding value to other people’s questions and discussions.

Example - Answering critical questionsYou must answer critical questions from guests in accordance with the timeline below:5+ days pre-stay: answer within 24 hours2 - 4 days pre-stay: answer within 12 hoursOn the guest’s check-in day and during their stay: answer within 1 hour (for messages received between 8 am and 9 pm in the property’s time zone).Examples of critical questions include; access instructions, arrival concerns, missing or broken key amenities, health and safety concerns, property location, outages, weapons, accessibility, and service animals.Note: You must provide a resolution to the specific issue or inform the guest when it will be resolved.

Property access instructions: Provide the guest with detailed access instructions in either your Welcome Guide, listing description, Reservation Manager or through the Vrbo messaging platform(For example, include guidance in your listing description about picking up a key from the office upon check-in.)OrB.

Financing the deal with cash and a loan from your brother helped you avoid traditional loan costs, which likely benefited your margins.One key lesson you’ve pointed out—always buying low and, if possible, getting an inspection is something that can save a lot of time and money.

Cash flow is key when starting out, especially with rental properties.

Let’s break it down to see if this property is a good fit for your goals.A Few Key Points:Purchase Price and Rental Income:Your purchase price is $325,000, and your rental income estimate is $5,250 per month.

I have no idea what they've done with my money or the keys or....

The key is to find a middle ground where you’re mindful of spending but still allow yourself to enjoy the present.

This visit has provided valuable insights into the current state of our investment, and we would like to share some key updates.

Please be patient if I am wrong in any of my assumptions.I own a home in Rotonda West, FL.