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16 January 2025 | 23 replies
Now, in 2024, we're seeing $4,000 per month just on the main unit and $1,800 on the other unit of the duplex.Long story short, it's a long term play.
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30 January 2025 | 3 replies
Areas like Logan Square, Lincoln Park, and Pilsen attract renters due to their trendy amenities and access to public transit.
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7 February 2025 | 14 replies
It's so much work to furnish and set up a short term rental.
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
The Rise of Co-Living: As Airbnb Faces Restrictions, New Housing Models Win in Court 🏡⚖️Across the country, cities are tightening regulations on Airbnb and short-term rentals, making it harder for property owners to operate legally.
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1 February 2025 | 3 replies
I'm interested in flipping, and short-term rentals at the moment to build good cash flow, then pivot into more of a buy-and-hold/appreciation play 10-15 years from now.
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25 January 2025 | 15 replies
(This happens rather often) Then you can really use this attractive borrowing rate for good use.Â
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7 February 2025 | 8 replies
From there you can start to identify what you are looking for.Where do you land on the follow spectrums:Cash flow and AppreciationLong term or Short term needs (waiting for growth vs get out of my W2 now)Long term rentals, Mid term rentals, Short term rentalsBuying close to home or coast to coastSelf manage or hire a PMIf you can narrow in on those, you essentially have your buy box.Â
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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
With zoning changes making California’s real estate market even more attractive, now’s a great time to dive in.
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7 February 2025 | 22 replies
It is in the area that has decent short-term rental rates based on airdna and what property managers are seeing.How much more in maintenance have you all noticed on a short-term rental versus a long-term rental?
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4 January 2025 | 1 reply
Long term play would be to either use it as a short term rental or 1031 exchange it after 2+ years.