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Bradley Guion Seeking Advice: Scaling STR Business vs. Starting a Glamping Venture
15 December 2024 | 4 replies
My vision includes developing the land into a destination with features like driveways, walking paths, utilities, and unique lodging structures.Here’s my tentative plan1.Place the existing STR in an LLC2.Apply for an SBA small business loan to fund the next steps, including a feasibility study (~$10k+), land clearing, and infrastructure development.While this direction excites me, I’m torn between pursuing this venture and continuing with a more traditional approach—buying one home per year using conventional loans.I’d love to hear your thoughts:•Has anyone transitioned from STRs to glamping or similar ventures?
Jenni Utz The Power of Relationships in Real Estate
22 December 2024 | 1 reply
The connections you make can open doors, create opportunities, and even help shape the direction of your career.
Nelson Dibble Direct Mail Letter/Post Card Examples
11 December 2024 | 3 replies
This is a small campaign so I want to avoid paying for a service.Any advice or examples would be greatly appreciated. 
Gamal Harding Property Management is Much More than Collecting Rent…
23 December 2024 | 9 replies
I cut off PMs that constantly try to find ways to add revenues by what I call trickery; selling some 3rd party service that they have contracted to all their clients, recommending small fixes turn into large one's,etc, make it difficult to get 2nd opinions. 
Nathan Gesner Real Estate Syndications: Who's Taken the Leap and How Did It Pay Off?
17 December 2024 | 36 replies
‘I agree the vast majority are small investors, or new to passive investments.  
Brandon VanTuinen First house hack - too expensive?
20 December 2024 | 9 replies
That’s a small price to pay for an appreciating asset that could significantly increase in value over time.
Rene Hosman Have you tried tools that report your tenants rent to credit bureaus?
20 December 2024 | 12 replies
We use Turbotenant now and they offer it to the renters for a small charge.
Keith Richardson Should I open an LLC for each property?
24 December 2024 | 9 replies
I've done this with my properties because I'm well known in my small town and don't want people to know what I own.LEGAL PROTECTION: By placing your assets in an LLC, you are legally separating them from your personal assets.
Olga K. Pour water/antifreeze in drains - fail
20 December 2024 | 2 replies
There’s also a small chance this means “not done/not attempted”. 
Tar-U-Way Bright How could I use my LLC
24 December 2024 | 14 replies
Personally, this strategy put $4kish directly in my pocket / year when we we're house hacking.