The location is ideal, as it’s situated in a neighborhood that permits short-term rentals (STRs), making it a great investment opportunity.

If you’re leading it to a company be sure to have in your lease explicit information about who is responsible for what in terms of maintenance.

The president has zero impact on underwriting guidelines and  zero direct control of interest rates. in fact the fed has no direct control of long term rates that effect mortgage rates.

We want to see equity, seasoning, a quality borrower, and good terms. 

I recently launched a short-term rental (STR) business in Gainesville, and I’d love to hear from other investors in the area.

These are top drive-to destinations for much of the Southeast, so short-term rentals here can generate solid cash flow, especially during peak seasons.The area is also seeing steady growth, with more infrastructure and amenities being added to support visitors and new residents.

G'Day Alejandro,As a few have already mentioned, take a peak at Toledo also.In my opinion lower potential for long term appreciation but solid/"boring" cashflow.I prefer my portfolio to be "boring" but cashflowing lolLow entry points (Sub $100,000), high rents (Above the 1% rule).Blue collar working class decent folks that will stay and pay.Depending on the area but no derelict homes, yards well kept, cars with wheels and all tenants are employed.Plus, all are sophisticated enough to pay rent online so property management doesn't have to collect rents with bullet proof vests and shot guns lolI'm bias toward Toledo but it's worth considering.Wishing you much success

Do you get nervous about the long-term commitment of a 14- to 16-month lease?

My name is Rami, and I’m a short-term investor doing business in Texas, with a strong focus on the Dallas market.

Short term rentals in St Pete are technically illegal but it doesn’t stop hundreds of other investors from doing it.