The key is to offer something different to the other homes, and be an attentive host, to get good reviews to boost OTA (Airbnb/vrbo) rankings. 

This offers a wide range of outdoor activities and recreational opportunities.Cultural Hubs: Cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco are major cultural centers, offering world-class museums, theaters, music venues, and diverse culinary scenes.

Dena, thank you so much for the offer!  

Offering flexibility has allowed my borrowers to swing into deals they would not have been able to do previously.You’ve made a great point about the importance of being easy to work with and fostering strong relationships with lenders.

I offered them 10% down, interest rates favorable to me, amortized for 30 years, but with a balloon payment after 3-5 years.

It’s a great way to maximize rental income while offering a unique solution to tenants.- Value-Add Investments: Beyond cosmetic upgrades, think about adding amenities like solar panels, EV charging stations, or smart home tech.

If you're located in WI, check out Premier Point Realty and Homestead Realty....both offer the licensing course at a discount and some of the lowest fees/commission splits in our local market.

Double check financing before making an offer.

Some ideas I've considered:Equity Buyout: Having another investor or my partner buy out my 40% equity.Seller Financing: Selling my equity and offering seller financing to the buyer.Selling the Property: Liquidating the property entirely and splitting the proceeds.Does anyone have experience with situations like this?

Memphis, Little Rock, OKC, Tulsa, Dallas/Ft Worth, and Houston are all very landlord-friendly markets that offer great opportunities in the 200-250k price range.