My reports don’t always ‘kill the deal,’ but they do shine a light on critical information investors may not be getting from their team.

When it comes to analyzing properties, I’ve developed a specific checklist to make sure the home fits both resident needs and operational goals:Square Footage: Ideally, at least 2,000 sq. ft. to ensure enough living space for residents and staff.No Stairs or Pools: It reduces liability and keeps the home accessible for everyone (this is just my preference).Corner Lots: I love corner lots because they often provide extra parking and outdoor space—both of which are critical for families and visitors.

The #1 reason why landlords fail is this:  Failure to manage to the lease (Source: American Apartment Owners' Assn). 

Your tech stack is critical.

Aligning expectations with investors is such a critical part of building trust and ensuring long-term success.

However, there are some investors here who are having a lot of success finding cash-flowing deals through off-market sources. 

You can write the best guide but people want information for credible sources so you might want to clarify all of that or it might be an obstacle all along.3.

It's worth $149 (prices went up) for a year to see if it will be a good tenant source.

I've never understood those that can't understand the critics of STRs.

Explore off-market deals where competition might be less intense.Don’t get discouraged—success in these markets often comes from building strong connections and thinking creatively about deal sourcing!