One of the key lessons I learned was the importance of thorough due diligence.

The key is to do what you just did, and introduce yourself to the community.

This affordability is a key factor in attracting both businesses and workers to the area.

However, we also learned that even in high-demand areas, careful buyer vetting is key to ensure smooth closings on fast flips.

One thing for sure is screening the tenants is going to be key.

[Source: National Association of Home Builders]Demand: The chart below illustrates the steady increase in household formation, a key driver of housing demand.

Any attempt to short-cut the process is going to hurt you.Figure out a side hustle to raise more money.

Think practical and comfortable.Lease Structure: Mid-term rentals typically run anywhere from 1 to 6 months, so having flexible lease terms is key.

On this board,  there's maybe one or two maybe three.

After some research, I've come up with the following:- Blown-in insulation to fill the joists with hard-packed cellulose- Add asphalt panel board layer across the entire ceiling to the existing drywall and fill the cutouts. - Add a second layer of 5/8's drywall to the asphalt board.