If these things weren't disclosed that could be an issue.Did you work with a licensed insurance agent to secure coverage?  

Look for undervalued properties.Network: Connect with local real estate agents, contractors, and other investors for insights and deals.Analyze Properties: Use the 1% rule to evaluate potential properties (monthly rent should be at least 1% of the total investment).Secure Financing: Explore different financing options like conventional loans, hard money loans, or private lenders.As for timing, if you can handle the extra responsibility, starting now could give you a head start.

Quote from @Jaša Rot: Hello Marshall,thank you for your reply.my idea was to sign a trust deed and promissory note with the borrower so that the loan is secured by collateral.

Definitely proud of the vacation rentals and investment deals my clients secured last year.

@Meena MallikFrom my experience, securing financing for commercial real estate involves understanding your options, such as conventional loans, commercial loans, private lenders, or partnerships.

Quote from @Jeff Adolphe: @Kevin Collins How long does it typically take you to secure a house with REI?

It seems like offering this as a separate package once you secured the booking is a good idea. 

Pro tip--make sure your exhaust fan in the bathroom is vented to the atmosphere--meaning out to the outside.....go out the roof or out the side of the unit or secured to an opening in a soffit vent grille off the house. 

@Katharina Bormann in my experience they don't like those official looking letters in the mail so make sure you do that and also have a cost associated with unresolved issues like trash in your lease. 

Strategic negotiations secured the property at $170,000, positioning us for a quick and lucrative resale in a thriving market.