This industry thrives when people are upfront and informed—whether they’re agents, wholesalers, or investors.

Networking plays a crucial role in this industry and remember to keep learning continuously.

Since you're so close to Loyola and not too far from Northwestern, I imagine you might have a pool of people who need temporary furnished housing while they study, do a medical rotation, or travel in the medical industry.

@Jordan Kaylor @Jeanette Land    Seasoning requirement is a industry term for waiting period.

Or you want to leave the STR industry? 

@Jenna SchulzeAs a newbie investor with limited capital, I’d invest close to home.Invest in areas you know well.I’ve been in the RE industry since 1978 and people always ask me:What’s the best market to invest in?

I recognize how much work is needed to succeed in this industry, and thanks to the US Army working hard has never been an issue for me.

Brokers are your best friend as we have the entire industry at the palm of our hand and usually save you time & money.

The value of the hotel is based off of how well it's being operated.My advice would be to get a job in the hotel industry.

Going back to a W2 is not what I want to do, at least not in my old industry.