From what you said it sounds like a short term rental could be a good move, and the tax benefits could be significant if you look into the short term rental tax loophole. 

When you mail postcards, you short-target only those homes you like and you write something different depending on where it is so you can connect.

1 - The ad is too short.

Unless there is drastic reform, I don't see there being much improvement in the short term or near future for the tougher parts of Kensington.

It’s just too short compared to the more extensive ads from your competitors.

Here is my short list:Overestimating the After-Repair Value (ARV):Investors sometimes overestimate the future value of a property after renovation.

Overall, here are my thoughts: When it comes to a realtor: - Someone that at least owns rental properties- Treat a showing as an interview - sign a short term buyer / property specific agency agreement with them.

My short-term goal right now is to become a resource for investors looking for properties in my area.

Sneaky duplex is a term I coined and is when you section off part of your home and create a short term rental unit, like a hotel room.

Nothing came on Friday and then on Monday I was told the commitment letter was being finalized and would be out shortly.