My business partner and I purchased a commercial office building a few years ago with creative financing.

But, primarily my main business is remodel work. 

It's the smart way to fun a business. 

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Although most of my stays are <7 days, I've had a few longer stays (business travelers and a family that was going through a full home remodel).

How do you approach educating people on the realities of the business? 

I am a co-host in Dallas and Waco, TX and I have an idea of what types of owners and properties I want in my co-host portfolio----and with each client/property I learn which qualities are working for my business setup or what qualities I need to be working on to upskill.

Brand new house.  

I define small business owners as people who employ w2 employees.

Quote from @John Lasher: I've heard from so many investors that they have put a pause on their flipping business.