If you are going to invest in class C I strongly recommend you physically go visit the property and the area with your own two eyes.

I have a few I have my eye on that are perfect and under 900k.Clairemont is also a great area!

It’s like trading baseball cards back in middle school.. you get the shiny new card you’ve had your eye on, and you don’t pay a dime until you finally decide to sell and pocket the profits.

If you need eyes and ears or want an opinion on a specific property, I am always happy to assist. 

There is no need to answer in his eyes and unfortunately, he will be correct.  

If you’re weighing options in Chicago or have an eye on emerging neighborhoods in that city, I can get you in touch with someone who knows their way around the Windy City’s rental regs and local quirks.

The loan agreement and covenants dictate the rules of the contractual agreement.

Keep an eye on the STR regulations, and as you progress, consider diversifying your portfolio with other asset classes like commercial or single-family rentals for added stability.

I also had the co-host look at my underwriting for a 2nd set of eyes.  

Calling the appraiser to see what you can do to push it up a "C-Level" would be smart before doing any reno also, might only need a few things to make it far more valuable in the eyes of the bank.I've heard of a tactic for figuring out demand, which is to put up a dummy or coming soon listing on facebook marketplace and see the amount of activity you get on it.