With historic interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve, many predicted doom and gloom for the industry.

, however it seems we won't because my husband's W2 comes from the cannabis industry and the federal reserve sees that as a risk. 

I've heard that 2.5% is the industry standard, but I don't want any Realtor to steer their clients elsewhere due to the commission being too low.

Texas, in particular, has caught our interest, and I'm currently traveling there.I'll be in Houston from May 1st to May 6th, seeking to connect with investors, developers, lenders, and others in the industry.

My experience in the mortgage industry came in handy through out knowing what questions to ask.

I'm eager to establish connections with fellow multi-family investors, developers, and industry enthusiasts, with an eye toward potential collaborations and expanding our network.

The concept of purchasing a multi-family property, utilizing one unit for STR, and eventually transitioning the entire property into an STR setup after a year is quite appealing.My journey began with properties I owned, where I dove into the STR industry.

Longevity in the industry is also a good indicator.But if you want to know what the sure first way to keep your money protected is. 

I was hooked, and I haven't stopped learning and growing in this industry since picking it up a little over a year ago.

Vice versa, if you are just starting out, you might want to be more conservative to tackle any unexpected expenses that arise.The 70% rule is an industry standard, but that doesn't mean you can't adjust it based on your desired ROI.