Does anybody invest in his market and if so what is the spring and summer like?

It makes less and less sense in a market with low inventory and high interest rates.

Astonishingly, I'd argue that the luxury Oregon Coast Real Estate market is still a bit under the radar. 

The Packwood, WA market may be officially saturated on STR's. 

Nice to spot your introduction.. what's the biggest hurdle you're seeing in today's market?

Depends on your market and competition.  

Quote from @Jacob Sherman: What type of loan products are you in the market for ?  

If two funds need money for litigation support, that seems telling on the current financial condition.

Study the market.

Which is very complex and costly and likely warrants professional help.Now, if it's just you and your spouse, then your 2024 tax preparation is likely relatively straightforward:- you will create a Schedule C on your personal tax return- you will NOT report any costs of purchasing the property or its rehab, not in 2024- you will report your business overhead expenses such as marketing, driving, technology etc- you will end up with a business schedule showing zero income and some expenses - not breaking the rules but potentially raising an audit flagCan you do it yourself?