Investing does need to be approached more like a business than just a simple stock trade.

Additionally, I'm banking on a future opportunity to refinance.After less than a year, here are a few tips from what I’ve learned:*Hire a local STR expert real estate agent to guide your investment location.

Platforms like BiggerPockets, local REI meetups, and Facebook groups can connect you with investors seeking opportunities.Joint Venture Partnerships: Consider partnering with a seasoned developer or investor who can provide the capital while you contribute your vision and operational effort.Hard Money Loans: If you’ve identified a property, some hard money lenders may fund the purchase and development based on the future value (ARV) of the project.Crowdfunding Platforms: Sites like Fundrise, Groundfloor, and RealtyMogul cater to real estate developments and could be a great way to gather capital.Seller Financing: If the land seller is open to it, negotiate terms to finance the purchase directly with them.2.

, but we figured that the sentiment wasn't going to change in the near future.

.- Can't see a Senior-Only complex allowing Short-Term-Rentals (STR).If so, SELL.2) What is the history of Association Fee increases and how well capitalized is the Association for future repairs?

Dscr will be useful in the future for fixer uppers and unique buys. 

Quote from @Mel Kirchhoff:Some specific questions I have:• Should it stay fully stocked like an Airbnb (plates, utensils, towels, etc.), or pared down?

They cancelled our contract for "being out of process in the processing of your future S8 tenant's paperwork".

One key takeaway for future projects is the value of hiring professional painters.

But my suggestion for future listings.Look at days on market in the area that you are going to list.