Softwares run me about $80,000 per year for PMS, Pricing, Lock Automation, EZ Care (housekeeping and maintenance). 

We hope to own this building for a long time as we enjoy taking care of it and continuing to make it a staple of the neighborhood.

After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!

When you're listing has no reviews, at lot of people pass over it, no one wants to take the chance. 

How are we be sure these glitches are taken care of if we outsource them?

The BRRRR strategy can be profitable but it requires extensive knowledge, trustworthy contractors and careful market analysis.

With careful planning and a willingness to learn, house hacking can be a rewarding and profitable investment strategy.

Long-Term Potential: Consider the type of project carefully.

Federal government doesn't care.

If you are sued the person who gets your money and your property won’t care how you were holding it.