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.

There are several companies that offer properties in Dallas but aren’t based locally.

Here’s a quick overview of potential pros and cons, along with general advice on working with hard money lenders like them.Pros:Flexible Financing Options: Rehab Financial Group often specializes in real estate investing and provides hard money loans for BRRRR deals, which may be a good match for your needs.Quick Funding: Hard money lenders like Rehab Financial can sometimes offer quicker access to funds compared to traditional banks, which is important for BRRRR investors looking to move fast on properties.Cons:Higher Interest Rates: Hard money lenders usually charge higher interest rates than traditional financing sources.

One group is now offering a pref equity investment to rescue their deals, while they still actively market how they have never had a capital call (technically, accurate, but in spirit very deceptive). 

I was a student they offered to sponsor a deal for and it has cost me everything, literally. 

If funding is the priority, using a HELOC while keeping the property in your name offers flexibility.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Worst case scenario you have to offer a small rent concession, but now you know where the market is.

I had a good relationship with the listing agent and was able to structure a below value deal (beating out iBuyers and other investor offers).

I have heard, but haven't confirmed, that these credits can sell for up to $100k per acre in places like nearby Seattle.

Our ability to offer cash and close quickly gave us an edge, allowing us to secure the property under market value and position it for a seamless resale.