You're in a great spot.

We look to see the local market through our partner’s eyes and help them spot and rate opportunities and then we help them execute the best ones.We focus on real estate developers and GCs that have a track record of getting things built, but that are not so established that they have a large network of equity capital providers.

In Cuyahoga County, areas like Lakewood, Ohio City, Tremont, or even parts of Cleveland Heights can be great spots with strong rental demand.Think long-term.

Every single point is spot on, and #1 is something hosts have to understand.

Here’s a focused approach:Expand in High-Yield Markets: Look beyond North Carolina to high-demand short-term rental spots like Nashville or international markets (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica) for diverse, stable cash flow.Invest in Multi-Family Value-Adds: Consider multi-family properties in growth areas like Texas or Florida where rehab can increase rental income and appreciation.Leverage Trusted International Partners: For global investments, work with local agents familiar with foreign buyer regulations to streamline acquisitions.Use Property Management for Scalability: As you grow, property managers can handle logistics, especially for out-of-state or international assets, so you can focus on new opportunities.For specific market insights or connections, feel free to reach out, I’d be happy to help.Best,Drago

These are not nationally known locations, but still pretty popular drive-to vacation spots for Minneapolis, Chicago, Milwaukee and Detroit metros. 

Trends are always hard to spot at the beginning.

Your head is in the right spot!

This is particularly useful if you find a lower-cost property that needs some updates to attract high-quality tenants.Reverse Exchanges and Parking Arrangements: If you spot a great investment opportunity before selling your current property, consider using a reverse exchange.

I have found the sweet spot to be $150K-200K.