Hey y'all, I have approached a point where I have built up more confidence in performing my first house flip in the Charlotte metro region.

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

For STRs, properties near the beach or downtown tend to perform well.Start Small and Smart: If this is your first property, focus on something manageable.

Some of the best opportunities can be found in other regions, particularly in markets known for strong rental performance, stable property values, and tenant demand.

Are you currently managing your own properties or do you have a property manager because many times a property manager can perform the work needed for it to be turnkey.

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

On the flip side, saving for another property could delay financial stability if unexpected costs arise.A Balanced ApproachIf you’re still torn, consider a hybrid strategy:-Focus on maximizing your current STR’s performance.

Once you have a market chosen I'd connect with a realtor/wholesalers in that market through BP or Facebook groups to get a first hand view from them on how their market is performing.

One thing NOT in their contracts is their performance numbers.

You can use a tool like AirDNA to get estimates of property performance in your specific market and with your typical size and configuration of home.