The only way to improve is through those moments where we fail. 

.- After closing, you can do some of the work yourself to save money, but the program doesn't allow you to pay yourself.You will want to buy a Class B property, maybe Class C+, in an area that seems to be improving.

It’s worth reaching out to your lender to discuss the specifics and get a quote based on your improved property value.

While it's positive after expenses and has potential for improvement in year two, it’s been a bigger hassle than anticipated and taking attention from other priorities and areas of our life with not enough return. 

., through streamlined property management, lower maintenance costs, and improved operational systems), we’ll have the flexibility to adjust rents strategically in a way that supports affordability for specific tenant groups, like workforce housing.Generating Income Beyond Rent:The portfolio’s income isn’t solely reliant on rents.

The best you can do research your market, improve personal budgeting, improve credit, and get your dollars working for you.

It's all about the location, you might be able to buy a cheap house, but if it's in an area with nothing but other cheap houses and in an area that is "not desirable" you're not going to make much money on it, either in improvements or rent.

For my short term rentals I am really going to focus on adding improvements that will increase my daily rate and guest experience.

Pick one that is improving, homes being renovated and flipped, vacant storefronts being turned into cool coffee shops etc.Good luck.

The cash flow improves quickly, but the cash flow is so negative on retail purchases that it will take years to reach cash neutral.