Generally larger commercial properties and shopping centers are easier to classify with hard and fast rules, but to the points above the residential areas really move very quickly and have way more nuance than most people care to admit.zip codes are generally way too large for my liking at least in my market to provide any kind of insights other than macro level economics but even then highways or rivers that cut through a zip code can end up with totally different trade areas.we can get pretty granular with cellphone data and with grocery center data to understand the trade areas and their true boundaries, but that kind of data pull is generally only cost effective for investors doing larger scale projects or developments, and honestly we still just end up getting on the ground and feeling it out, so I generally tell people that the money is better spent on a plane ticket and weekend trip in the area you are looking rather than any kind of "trade area" level data studies.and generally B class in 1 area means something different than another. 

FYI - the App launched today. 

you have to learn land entitlement. we identified a site today for hotel development that was an 18000 sq ft lot.

You can't list a property with basic design and expect to be successful, especially with today's property prices and rates.

If they want their money back fast like a flip then let them flip it and you buy it as a primary residence with a conventional or fha mortgage.

I'm analyzing a mountain/lake town about 4-6 hours out from 3-4 fast growing cities.

Tulsa has a solid industrial base and a lower cost of living, attracting renters.Cash Flow Potential: Compared to many other markets, Oklahoma properties still offer better rent-to-price ratios, giving you a shot at achieving positive cash flow even with today’s interest rates.Specific Markets to Explore:Oklahoma City: Check out neighborhoods like Midwest City, Yukon, and Edmond.

I can't give a tutorial re how to originate a note today, selling a house with financing in just one post. 

While you work on that, you could also explore creative financing options like DSCR loans or partnerships to fast-track your first STR.

I bought this property with a private interest free loan from a friend. the person i bought it from need cash fast so i offered them a low cash offer and they accepted.I had enough money saved up to rehab the house with my savings.