What is more common is someone saying they have everything, calling it "easy" and it's all just BS sales pitch.

One of the most common mistakes beginners make is jumping into large rehab projects without having a solid team or boots on the ground. 

Use STR-specific insurance to protect both parties and automate operations with platforms like Airbnb, TurnoverBnB, and PriceLabs.Taxable income from the STR must be reported, but you can deduct related expenses like cleaning, utilities, and furnishings.

.✅ Thirdly, in regard to objectionable tenancy and nuisance caused by disruptive tenants, you will need to document these violations with undeniable evidence.Because police reports are not usually able to be procured due to disturbances like drug trafficking or domestic violence, you’ll need to take matters into your own hands on producing that documentation.I recommend getting security cameras installed in all common areas and outside your properties.I’ve used SimpliSafe security cameras but you’ll need to install WiFi service at your properties so that you can maintain recordings in the event of violations and add to your lease that any tampering with said cameras constitutes a lease violation as well.This is still developing and once we get further clarity, we will host a round table with legal experts on how to best protect our properties and residents.

Common misconception that the fed funds controls mortgage rates but that is not how it works. 

Think there is some substantial validity in this, but do you think it could potentially be utilized in a different fashion?

If the latter, depending on the jurisdiction, YOU may need to be a licensed real estate agent/broker to engage in what’s commonly called “wholesaling” but is actually “flipping”. 

That's a common phrase.Real estate investors can get more bang for their buck from their PMs when these folks "think like an investor."

In my analysis, I utilized a 40% assumption as a baseline, though I acknowledge that this may underestimate expenses for a park with the characteristics you’ve described.

I too live in Marin, and feel it is a solid long term market for apprecaition, and utilizing the power of principle reduction.When it comes to refinancing, figure out what the loan costs will be, then divide that buy the monthly savings with the new loan in order to determine how long you have to maintain that loan to break even.