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Eric Coats Running STR #s for Newbie
29 January 2025 | 20 replies
You should have a good idea of every expense you have in your primary home, then add the STR specific:  (These are rough estimate numbers, depending on various factors)STR insurance - a special insurance that covers both the property and your liability, could be $2~4k in areas without natural disasters, could be more than $10k in some other areas.cleaning fee - approx. $50 per bedroom, so a 4-bedroom house will cost you about $150~200consumables - bathroom supplies, kitchen supplies, beverage supplies: $20~30 per week, depending on how much you providewear and tear - towels, linen, kitchen utensils, some furniture: $1000~2000 per yearRepairs/replacement for things that guests break or steal:  $1000~2000 per yearAlso, if your personal use is less than 14 days a year, the entire property's expense is deductible against STR income, but if you use more than 14 days, then you will have to calculate the proportion of how many days it's rented out vs how many days you or your family uses. 
Murtuza Khoja Considering buying a STR in Kissimmee
29 January 2025 | 3 replies
Making sure you are doing this in a house and community that will warrant it too. 4.
Clive Duncan Creative Financing in Canada (Ontario)
27 January 2025 | 0 replies
I'm not sure if this forum is still active, but I'm looking to chat with a few real estate investors in Ontario who may be interested in raising funds by selling fractional shares of their property.My co-founder and I are doing some market research so we need to talk to some folks to gather more insights before building this out.If this interests you or someone you know, please reach out.
Zeke Flores STR Estimate in Panama City Beach
29 January 2025 | 4 replies
You should reach out to @Melissa Haworth she can get the actual numbers/rents on STRs in the area to help run your comps.Each building is different, each area is different, it is important to find accurate data to make good decisions.
Mark Shay Poconos STR Conference
8 February 2025 | 5 replies
Poconos STR Conference 2025 - March 6 in Mount Pocono!
Jazmin Florence Networking Events in Lawrence, Topeka, and KC
31 January 2025 | 5 replies
I'm interested in going back, and would be interested in talking carpool. 
Bob Avery New Twin Cities Investor Looking for Advice Getting Started
9 February 2025 | 8 replies
He is also a city councilman in Minnetonka or at least he was.
Bob Asad Has Anyone Done Tax Deed Auctions in FL?
11 January 2025 | 6 replies
Those are like 1 in 10000 opportunities. 
Adam G. Seeking General Contractor References in Tampa Bay Area
4 February 2025 | 3 replies
I'm seeking references for a few great rehab contractors in the Tampa Bay region.
Tricia O'Brien Recommendations for Property Managers in Modesto, CA?
8 February 2025 | 0 replies

Hello !  Can anyone recommend a good property manager that covers Modesto, CA?  I'd prefer a smaller "Mom and Pop" type company if possible.  This is for a 3 bed/2 bath single family rental home.All input would be app...