@David Lewis I'm regularly looking at multi-family listings on MLS and can only find cash flow in tertiary markets - think Lowell, Fitchburg, Springfield, etc.

That makes me wonder if those lenders will lend more on the places vs regular lenders.

Are you trying to hand your “friend” a 50% taxable gain that you’re going to keep?

We would regularly get emails with requests from new Kiavi staff or partners we had not previously been introduced to.

I'm considering investing in STR in Hawaii to diversify my investment portfolio (mainly for capital appreciation) as well as it being a regular vacation place for my family.

Of course "hoping" rates will come down is not a sound strategy so finding a way to assume a loan that already took advantage of low rates is a great option.If you were starting over and targeted a large SFH, would you try to maintain the property in a way that would still attract regular homebuyers (not investors) if you needed to sell?

I spoke to several of the insurance agents we use here in the Disney area and they have all said that policies are regularly being written and by all they hear, will continue to do so. 

After a few months you figure out that your team has not really engaged your property on a regular basis.

Keep in mind that tenant screening, regular property maintenance, and understanding the inspection requirements for Section 8 are crucial for success.

I actually do a fair bit of commerce with the Amish on a somewhat regular basis.