But here’s the thing—right now presents a unique opportunity to scoop up investment properties under really favorable conditions.

Unless your deals are particularly complex or unique, why would anyone pay to maintain their loan documents anymore?

SF is a very unique market, and actually may be a great time to buy right now, especially if they can successfully turn the city around. 

I highly recommend working with professionals who understand the unique needs of STR investors—it makes all the difference!

Unique situation that I’d like advice on.

Helping others navigate this unique and impactful business model has been a rewarding part of my journey.Now, I’m looking to scale by incorporating the BRRRR strategy—acquiring undervalued properties, rehabbing them to meet care home standards, and refinancing to reinvest.

The Role of Mortgage Brokers in Real Estate FinancingMortgage brokers act as intermediaries between you and lenders, streamlining the loan process while finding the best deals for your unique situation.

If Oak Park allows STRs, leveraging that history could make the property stand out.That said, unless the home has been preserved as a landmark or has unique historical features, the value boost may be more about novelty than a significant price increase.

If you are making a unique stay, you can almost 3-4x their estimate in my experience.  

Options like a unique amortization schedule or a 3/2/1 or 2/1 stepdown interest rate could provide initial relief to get you through the renovation phase while giving the seller confidence in a structured payoff plan.To determine an entry point, consider reducing the price based on the current NOI.