@Breeya JohnsonWhen evaluating markets for real estate investment, there are several crucial factors to consider.

When under contract at 300k with the expectation that codes would be the determining factor on what can be done on with the property, as it relates to new construction.

A replacement cost should factor in depreciation.Airbnb knows exactly what they are doing when the scam hosts by not paying 100% for repair costs. 

--reach out and thank them upon getting the booking and ask if they have any questions--send a "Welcome" email or automated message during the week prior to arrival--reach out the day after arrival to ask how everything was the first night and ask if there is anything that the property needs--reach out at the end of the stay (that morning or within 24 hours) and ask how everything was, anything to improve, anything to add to the house and then offer an incentive for returning guests.My 2 cents,Mike Absolutely stay in your place as Mike said.You will see things the cleaners will never let you know about.We stayed in our PF will putting up the Christmas decorations and found a cracked plastic shelf in the fridge. 

And just so you know, here are some of the factors an agent will look at to figure that out:Market Conditions: If the market is slower, going all in on staging can make your home look move-in ready and attractive to buyers who may otherwise be hesitant.

Other most common factor: Family Size increases due to marriage or having a child. 

I have my HVAC guy scheduled for tomorow morning, and yet she tells me she has to work tomorrow morning.

The ideal location for your first investment often depends on a combination of factors like budget, market growth, and your personal goals.

Another factor is that insurance coverage is only for the actual building cost to rebuild the structure.

Bad part about low money programs people don't talk about, before 2022 this would not be a factor