Partnerships and smart financing made this deal a win!

None of us are as smart as we think we are when an investment goes right.Lastly, I'll borrow a thought from Morgan Housel - don't seek the investments with the best returns; seek the investments that will allow me to make an average return for the longest period of time.

Just make sure to research your local rental market and get comfortable estimating rehab costs.It’s a smart plan, and you’re off to a great start.

Patience Pays, But so Does Smart PositioningIt’s s true that appreciation-focused strategies require patience, but in international markets with built-in tenant demand (e.g., near military bases or expat hubs), appreciation and cash flow aren’t mutually exclusive.

What about tenants that don't have smart phones or  aren't comfortable using mobile apps? 

Partnering with an experienced motel operator is a smart idea—it can help bridge the operational knowledge gap and mitigate risks.When evaluating motels, focus on metrics like occupancy rates, average daily rate (ADR), and revenue per available room (RevPAR).

I understand now that starting smaller could really be a smart move, especially in terms of building credibility and gaining the experience needed to scale up.

It's the overarching reach to pull an entire thread that doesn't come from moderators that is my issue and that goes to the site's focus on new investors way more than experienced.Everything is built to attract revenue and that's smart business.

I'm, eager to learn from local insights and make a smart, informed investment decision.

If a family with kids values D+ then the probably already have it, so providing smart TVs where they can log into their subscription is sufficient.