Purchase price: $35,000 Cash invested: $35,000 Sale price: $110,000 A fix-and-flip project purchased off-market from a tired landlord involved buying a distressed property with significant deferred maintenance.

Higher DemandThe rental market is shifting.

This deal doesn't meet the 2% or 50% rule of thumb, but it has positive cash flow and is in a growing market, according to the latest 2024 Top 100 data from BP. 

So, the actual increase to market rent will be much lower.

Higher DemandThe rental market is shifting.

Housing is still affordable compared to other markets, which keeps renters and investors coming.

I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.

In Cleveland you can find below market rental ready duplexes that require minor repairs (keep in mind that discounted properties come with their own challenges).

I know this is also a National issue, especially in land constricted markets.

I have been investing in the Las Vegas market for a couple years.