I know people that are really good at their trade (plumbing, cleaning, electrician, etc) but they don't have financial discipline, they don't know how to market, they suck at customer service, they don't use tools to their advantage, etc.Cody Sanchez (lady in the video) buys different types of businesses and makes them profitable by applying basic business disciplines.

This attracts a higher-quality renter, ensures funds are available to maintain the home, and reduces the risk of major losses.

If you’re really set on building a portfolio, this might be a good way to go since it’ll give you the liquidity to take on more properties.BRRRR: If you’re leaning towards long-term rental income and portfolio growth, the BRRRR method could be an attractive option, but you’re right to consider the numbers carefully.

Up until about 3 yars ago, it seems Tulum was a quiet coastal town, but its grown immensely in tourist and that has attracted the cartels and hence the crime.

I had a few houses that lost about 30k in equity overnight in the area (had been considering selling to do a 1031 into some new builds, but that turned into a less attractive idea after the equity drop).

The market is saturated with STR's further from the beach and attractions, so my advice is to be picky about your location and underwrite the numbers carefully to make sure the investment will be profitable. 

Their 100% LTC is attractive, but their rates might be on the higher end for short-term loans.Lima One Capital: A solid option, especially for more experienced lenders.

The photos must show a bright, attractive, friendly property.

This should be required reading for new investors, drooling over the great cashflow they will make buying crappy houses in crappy neighborhoods that attract crappy tenants.

Meaning how to attract the type of people you want to your STR listings and how the heck you are supposed to know if there is a market for your type of "customer" in the area you are investing.