In my area it is common for landlords to pay for heat which promotes a lot of abuse with the system in that tenants keep the heat at unreasonably high temperatures and often open the windows in the dead of winter when it can be -20 out.

Every 5 years there will be a legitimate strategy that gets promoted as the newest "Get rich tomorrow" BS that gets overhyped by the sharks. 

I mean material as recently as late 2022 was totally off-base-- the real estate rookie bootcamp, you had porfer Morby on here, the Carl twins that promote STR as recession proof, the list goes on.

@Laura Ozols  Im considering the Hero loan only because I intend to pay off the balance in full before the 18 month promotional period expires.  

As real estate-focused accountants we cannot promote our services on BP as it is against forum rules.

In my opinion, there are also more that are not so good and several promotional companies that do the industry no favors. 

Earning Superhost status on Airbnb or Premier Host status on VRBO boosts your rental's visibility, as these platforms prioritize promoting top-rated properties in their algorithms.Equally important is understanding your ideal guest avatar.

Well, I'll repost here what I originally did in response to the email from Vrbo that some people got saying Vrbo was giving a promotional discount to prospective guests, and hosts could opt out if they wished. 

Vancouver promotes water conservation, so including water-efficient fixtures could be a selling point.Remember, while these additions can add significant value, the exact ROI will depend on your local real estate submarket, the quality of the work, and how well the new spaces integrate with your existing home layout.Please reach out, I can help you with the funding of the project.Regards,Jackson

This suggests some volatility in the market.Investment Considerations- Long-term Potential: The presence of a dedicated economic development partnership and active city government suggests efforts to promote growth, which could benefit real estate investors in the long run.- Property Management: With companies like Champion Investments managing a large portfolio of properties in the area, there seems to be a robust infrastructure for property management, which could be beneficial for out-of-town investors.- Market Knowledge: Local real estate companies like RE/MAX Select, with their 18 full-time agents, indicate a strong local real estate community that could provide valuable market insights.In conclusion, Shelby's real estate market shows potential for investment, particularly given its price growth and strategic location.