@Jackson Sincerbeaux if this is a large hedge fund that is publicly traded, then they are working with numerous brokers and wholesalers alike to find and acquire deals.

I think arbitrage is the riskiest of all str investments for numerous reasons.

There use depends on the type of trust setup - they can be used to bypass probate; eliminate ownership and control from a person subject to lawsuits; skip a generation on an inheritance and hence skip inheritance taxes, and numerous other uses.  

A deposit on cheaper ones...I've beeN an Airbnb and HomeAway host on numerous properties for the past 6 years. 

We help clients close numerous multifamily deals in the valley each month and have good pulse on what's happening.Matt

The challenges are too numerous to outline here, a person could literally write a book.

I have been investing for 24 years and have been through numerous major economic challenges.

This representation is crucial if you're ever audited.Regarding whether to hire a CPA versus just a tax preparer: Real estate tax is highly specialized, with numerous code sections and rules specific to the field.

They'll have numerous articles and contacts highlighted monthly that will give you an education in itself over time.

I've seen postings on the front door of the property about investors trying to purchase it from the owner numerous times.