., discounted first month, lower security deposit)•Pivot to Mid-Term Rentals (traveling professionals, snowbirds, digital nomads)•List on Multiple Platforms (MLS, Facebook Marketplace, Furnished Finder for mid-term stays)6.

The more bookings you secure, the more traffic Airbnb will send your way.Smart Discounting with Rule SetsInstead of blanket discounts, set up custom rule sets.

Yes, you can deduct the 8 days rent from the security deposit.

With that being said I'll obviously be focusing on out of state.I know Ohio is mentioned a lot around here, specifically Columbus, and I'm an Ohio State alum, so that would be pretty cool to secure my first property in Ohio.

Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Given the competitive market at the time, every property was receiving multiple offers, and securing a deal required both strategy and speed.

Now they have exchanges, which are still not as secure as they are advertised to be by the operators. 

You should be able to fit them on there and secure with a zip tie or maybe tape.

IRA Loan (Non-Recourse Loan)Some lenders specialize in non-recourse loans for IRAsThe IRA itself secures the loan, but expect a higher down payment (35-50%)3. 60-Day Rollover (Temporary Option)You can withdraw funds from your IRA tax-free for 60 daysIf you return the funds within 60 days, no penaltiesRisk: If you don’t replace the money, it’s taxed as income + 10% penalty (if under 59½)4.

It’s impressive that you managed to keep your monthly expenses relatively low while securing a strong rent of $4,500.Your background as a Realtor and the benefits you leveraged as a veteran clearly gave you an edge.