@Tom Dieringer After purchasing my first property in 2024, I acquired most of my short-term rental (STR) knowledge from The Short Term Shop, which included maintaining respectful communication with guests, keeping calendar availability up-to-date, and ensuring high-quality listings.When I initially began May of 2024, I opted to list my property exclusively on a single Online Travel Agency (OTA) - Vrbo.

Your point about focusing on making consistent investments over time really resonates with me, and that’s exactly what I want to plan for.Given today’s market, do you still think starting with a small rental is the best first step if possible?

Many agents are part-timers, and you need to weed those out. 

I have serious doubts that the company officers have maintained their fiduciary duty to RAD's investors in many of these related-party transactions. 

Install cameras and exterior lighting on timers, place no trespassing signs, and place items that indicate occupancy - like a BIG dog bowl near the front door, shoes, etc. 

Over time, rents and property values tend to increase, improving overall returns.

The loan has come to term and they can’t maintain the property and the current interest rates.

California maintains a “List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers (LASLI).”

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

Transitioning from construction equipment rentals into full-time real estate must have been a big step.I can relate to your passion for finding deals and helping others reach their goals—it’s such a rewarding aspect of being in this industry.