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14 January 2025 | 9 replies
These are the top three features I always keep in mind when evaluating a potential property:1️⃣ Location Matters: Properties near attractions, with great walkability, or offering something unique—like a waterfront or mountain view—tend to perform better.
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10 February 2025 | 12 replies
Quote from @Bradley Buxton: @Patrick OsterlingHubSpot is a very powerful CRM and the free version has a lot of features.
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3 February 2025 | 7 replies
It offers a user-friendly interface, robust automation features, and solid reporting that many find invaluable.
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9 February 2025 | 12 replies
Hey Josh - Updating photos occasionally can help, especially if you’ve added new features or want to highlight seasonal touches.
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3 February 2025 | 0 replies
This is especially crucial in urban environments where every inch counts.Enhancing Market AppealIncorporating elements that attract tenants—like natural light, flexible layouts, and sustainability features—can significantly increase a property's desirability.
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31 January 2025 | 42 replies
@Patrick Shep the app launched 24 hours ago so the next few months are going to be to ensure that the current features are working as expected.
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9 February 2025 | 1 reply
Featuring stylish, modern furnishings and vibrant, fun amenities, this home is perfect for a variety of short-term rental visitors.
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31 January 2025 | 11 replies
Hey @Mike Nelson, never assume anything about STR rules and regs.Here is the STR rules for Oak Park - https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/oakparkil/latest/oakpa...I would call the city and make sure it is legal for a specific property.Now regarding the famous person angle, sure it can add value to the property or as a STR, but for STR use, I would think you would need it to be in original condition with a lot of the furniture and knick-knacks that were owned by the famous person along with a bunch of photos etc featuring the famous person.If you buy a place that has been totally redone but was owned by someone famous but has no features or things that were theirs, then I don't see it being a draw.
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31 January 2025 | 8 replies
One out of the box idea that might be cool is to implement an educational feature similar to learning a new language on Duolingo.
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14 February 2025 | 3 replies
You might even find an episode featuring an investor who's killing it in your market.