They “optimistically believe contacting an attorney is the same as engaging an attorney; that engaging an attorney is the same as sending a demand letter; that sending a demand letter is the same as filing a lawsuit; that filing a lawsuit is the same as obtaining an injunction; and that obtaining an injunction is the same as winning a case; and that winning a case is the same as perfecting a judgement; and that perfecting a judgement is the same as collecting on the judgement.  

In DFW I think there is probably some demand for STR management. 

Consider financing options like hard money loans, or FHA loans for house hacking, and focus on areas with strong rental demand near the MA/NH border.

It’s is best to invest in short holiday rentals , there is always high demand for this kind of apparent Originally posted by @Paul Schu:@Morgan Nilsen I agree investing in the US probably has a better cash flow potential but I think Dubai might have a decent appreciation.

Once entitled( with it is)I can now sell the land I bought for 55k for several hundred dollars and if a get building permits  I can sell for substantially  higher.

The rental market is already showing signs of recovery:Spring Is Coming: Historically, the rental market picks up momentum in the spring as tenants prepare to move during warmer months or ahead of the school year.Early 2025 Trends Are Positive: In just the first week of January, we’ve seen a dramatic increase in rental applications, suggesting pent-up demand from renters who delayed their searches in November and December.What Landlords Can Do NowTo make the most of this recovery, consider:Refreshing Your Listings: Update your photos, descriptions, and pricing to ensure your properties stand out.Offering Incentives: Temporary discounts or move-in bonuses can help fill vacancies quickly.Being Patient: The market is already bouncing back, so don’t panic if your property takes a bit longer to lease than usual.What’s been your experience?

Currently, I’m actively expanding my portfolio in Austin, Tempa, Dallas, Houston, where I’ve seen significant growth and demand for multifamily housing.

I'd personally say pulling your water heater out and replacing with a wall mount on demand one, would be worth the cost to have in unit washer dryer if you are staying there or renting it, it would be worth it.its always worth doing the big stuff well and correct even if you are cleaning up after someone, the long term hold always prevails, its just a little frustrating front sometimes, but hang in there!

Marcus & Millichap bullishly forecasts continued increase in rents due to stronger demand and higher incomes.

If you're starting with this model, it can be highly beneficial as it allows you to gain first-hand experience with the daily operations, actions that must be taken, requirements, market demands, and more.