I understand Google continues to push into this space and disrupt the online travel agencies, so the landscape might be changing. 

Here are a few tips to help you score that first deal:Network: Join local real estate groups and online forums like BiggerPockets to connect with other investors.Find Motivated Sellers: Look for distressed properties and consider sending direct mail to homeowners facing tough situations.Research the Market: Know your area’s property values by analyzing comparable sales using sites like Zillow or Redfin.Craft Compelling Offers: Highlight the benefits of a quick sale to sellers and consider a solid earnest money deposit to show you’re serious.Market Yourself: Use social media to share your journey and post flyers in local spots to attract leads.Stay Persistent: Rejection is part of the process, so learn from it and keep refining your approach.With your big business mindset and hard work, you’ll make it happen!

I have been utilizing Facebook MTR groups in my market as well and have come up flat.Like I originally stated in my post I am currently breaking even simply with my in season short term rentals, which has been covering my annual expenses.

Taxes, insurance, pest control, utilities, software, etc comes out to around $13k per year each for my 2 bedroom cabins.Also unplanned capital expenses will add up.  

Does anyone know of an online insurer that will write specified actual value policies that would allow me to choose the actual value that is adequate for my program?

My average turnover vacancy is less than 15 days, so I lose half a month of rent and utilities.

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I believe I can utilize a 203(k) loan for the refurbishment.

Marketing Automation: Utilize marketing platforms like HubSpot, Mailchimp, or Constant Contact to automate email marketing campaigns, lead nurturing, and social media outreach.3.

Wayfair--every time I fill my cart online I reach out to the rep and ask for added discounts on top of the pro discount I already get.