Contents (Personal Property): most homeowners policies give a set % of the Buildinglimit for Contents.

The STR owners have banded together and are meeting with the town as a group, and it looks like the town will adopt some STR rules allowing and setting guidelines for STRs. 

Rates are set to go down, although not as fast as hoped. 

How to Track Regulatory ChangesStaying up-to-date might seem daunting, but the right strategies and resources make it manageable.Key Resources:Local Government Websites: These often publish updates to zoning, rental, and housing codes.Real Estate Associations: Organizations like the National Association of Realtors (NAR) or local landlord associations offer regular updates and seminars.Newsletters and Blogs: Subscribe to reputable legal or real estate blogs for insights into upcoming changes.Professional Advisors: Build relationships with real estate attorneys and property management professionals who can provide guidance tailored to your market.Pro Tip: Set up Google Alerts for terms like “rental law changes” or “landlord regulations” in your area to receive real-time updates.3.

What goals do you have set for this year?

In the event of an acquisition your "Checkbook Control" set up would not change.

I think having a balanced budget would be ideal where you allocate money into buying another property and money set aside for renovations.

Did you set out to retire with real estate, did you have a goal or an amount you wanted to make?

If you control how they perform tasks, set their hours, or provide tools, they should likely be a W-2 employee, requiring you to withhold taxes and comply with payroll regulations.

That's why I'm focusing on education first; I want to set a strong foundation before making my first deal.Apologies in advance-I'll be asking too many questions, just to warn you-but I really feel delighted to be aboard, learning from each and every one of you and subsequently sharing my own successes.