After inputting all the data, they provide a review that includes cash flow, Cash-on-Cash (CoC) ROI, and even a graph to estimate the property's growth through appreciation, yearly cash flow growth, and loan paydown.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

The main property will be my primary residence.My biggest question is, what kind of foundation would you use, (that is to code and will pass inspection/permits in Charlottesville) that is either relatively easy DIY or cheap to outsource.

We mainly own SFR and do LTR but last year we added our first STR and its been a great experience.

If the former, note per Union City Rent Stabilization ordinance (https://ecode360.com/15397000 is a slightly outdated version), "the terms of this chapter apply to individual dwelling units within a building, including condominium or cooperative units in the process of being converted, or having been converted".

I made the layout more user friendly, added a whole wall of closets in the main bedroom, totally gutted kitchen and bath.

Realize that since his reviews include affiliate links he is making money on that so be careful with what you read.

@Phillip Austin I self-manage my properties including some where I do rent by room as a primary strategy, and it is very effective if done well with good screening in place.The difference is starting with shorter leases for me. 

This property will not compete with hotels is what I thought  We just book multiple rooms next to each other to take advantage of the included Disney transportation.

They used to be marketed with all of the other homes on the main search page, but a user had to go into the filters and specifically select the "FSBO & Other" tab.