But true my wealth primary have comes from something less glamorous: boring real estate.What's "boring"?

That is so true.

This is true for me anyway. 

Is this true?

They do not want to reveal the money trail (true source of funds).

If you’re looking for ways to make the numbers work, sometimes that means evaluating different markets, financing options, or property management strategies that help mitigate risks like vacancies and maintenance surprises.You’re not alone in feeling like 2025 could go in multiple directions, but one thing remains true—real estate continues to be one of the strongest vehicles for long-term wealth when approached the right way.

Note that you’re dealing with a true bureaucracy.  

I'm not sure why that metric has held true but it still applies, the properties that perform well above that ratio are the owners that treat their STR like a business.

For most investors, to provide true separation would be cost prohibitive (between $10k-$15k). 

I've stuck with the tried and true reasons I've heard to keep my search ranking high (quality photos, stellar reviews, updates to my listing) and that helps but in slow season, when I'm not willing to cut my rates as much as some of my competitors, it can be a ghost town.