This allows you to purchase a place at 5% down and renovate as you need to.

I'll look into qualifying for mortgages and how that whole process works.

I’m a first-timer, so bear with me if I sound a little clueless – I’m still figuring it all out.Here’s the scoop: I’m looking to purchase a long-term rental property within the $300-350k budget range.

Quote from @Holly Radice: I am looking into purchasing a 4 unit in Ohio as my first property.

How to track potential growth in an area to see if a lot is viable for purchase and building spec homes on etc. 

I don't know if this is for you, but my husband and I have mentored quite a few investors in Canada and helped them purchase their own multifamily. 

Quote from @Dana Yobst: Quote from @Julio Gonzalez: @Dana Yobst While it may seem like a simple concept, it's actually a very complex process that requires significant documentation as well as specific methodologies.

The process protects both their system and users against fraud and aligns with banking regulations, especially given the financial data involved in property management.

For example, with our private investors, we always ensure that deals are secured by real assets and provide full transparency throughout the process.

It's common practice to stock enough for a few days, as you've been doing, and let guests purchase more if needed for longer stays.