It's crucial to keep your personal finances separate from your LLCs and rental properties, and I strongly advise creating an LLC for each property that you work on.

This sudden jump in rates has not fully caught up with market cap rates yet since especially in the commercial and multifamily property markets, transactions typically take 6 months to transact, creating a lag effect between interest rates and market cap rates since interest rates adjust daily.

Not exactly sure what Safeguard does but if they are originating notes for owner occupied properties then they need to follow the Dodd Frank rules and anyone buying such notes should make sure they did.  

Not all hard money lenders are created equal!

Also, check state-specific tax laws, as some states impose additional transfer taxes.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Some design and amenity ideas:+ Welcoming living space with plush seating for family hangouts+ Coffee bar or stocked tea station for early mornings before campus events+ Dining table or breakfast nook perfect for family meals+ Dedicated workspace for parents who need to check in on workFor sports fans, tap into their game-day energy and make your STR the go-to spot for a fun, convenient stay:+ Big, comfortable seating & a great TV setup (think oversized couch, streaming sports channels)+ Game-day essentials like a mini fridge stocked with game-day snacks/drinks+ Outdoor space with a grill & seating for pre- or post-game gatherings+ Good parking (sports fans hate scrambling)+ Team spirit decor touches (subtle, not tacky—think framed sports prints, not full-on mascot murals)Your design & reviews will do most of the marketing but to market directly to these guests:🎯 List your STR on sites where parents and alumni book (if allowed)🎯 Partner with local businesses—coffee shops, sports bars, or tailgate services—where your ideal guests hang out🎯 Optimize your listing title and description with phrases like “Perfect for Visiting Parents & College Game Days”🎯 Time any discounts/promotions around major campus events—homecoming, graduation, big rivalry gamesThink of it this way, you’re not just offering a place to stay—you’re creating an experience they’ll want to book again and again.

But- as a general rule- I have never had anyone question why I have a license - or stop me from taking their listing - when they want to sell!!!

My goal is that I want to create $200k in revenue from real estate so that my wife could actually quit her work completely if she wanted.What would you do if you were me and why?

That usually creates a big supply of rentals on the market that it 's hard to be absorbed and create a race to the bottom in prices, as all the properties are pretty similar and in brand new condition. 

If you anticipate further recoveries, you may need to adjust your claim accordingly.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.