While proximity to developing scenes and amenities suggests upward potential, the nearby "war-zone" area could raise significant concerns regarding safety, tenant quality, and property value stability.

FHA does not have a clear definition in their guidelines, but most lenders have stability standards, depending on several factors (contract length, previous employment, etc).

We haven't had success buying a place to have as a STR yet, but when we do I'm going to try to make sure that only fragrance free products are used.

We were after a very specific product within a tight radius, so we were able to mail almost all the houses that met our criteria without breaking the bank.

Ambitious engineers and product managers sometimes see a stint in Big Tech as a way to gain the experience and financial cushion that will help them create their own startups.

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Constantly tracking your progress will help you stay motivated, focused, productive and accomplished as you check off each step.Look for Learning Opportunities - You will need to be continuously building your knowledge and skills and seeking out learning opportunities in order to stay competitive and advance in your career.

But our sweet spot is 28%-31%, this is where tenants have the most stability.

There is no stability and it is seasonal. 

You can however use a fix and rent loan to stabilize the property and then refinance into a DSCR loan.