The goal is to create cash flow, do some value add work, and be able to take advantage of the STR loophole to help with my W2 income (hence the self managing).I’ve been exploring towns like Beacon, Woodstock, Hudson, Newburgh, Lake Hopatcong, Highland Lakes, and others.

Are you looking to explore out of state markets, or in NC? 

Furnished Finder is a good idea, even if the fit with travel nurses hasn’t been ideal—it might be worth exploring other platforms for mid-term renters or marketing directly to local families in need of temporary housing.One thought: consider offering seasonal promotions or themed packages to draw in more guests, like holiday stays or discounts for longer weekends.

If you’re tired of competing for the same properties as everyone else, it’s time to explore off-market deals.

Reflecting with the beaty of hindsight, I thought it might be worth revisiting some of the strategies mentioned here to explore how they’ve played out over the past year.For example, in early 2023, property values in areas like Bay Park and Clairemont were climbing fast, but they’ve since stabilized a bit.

If you need help exploring financing options or structuring your first deal, feel free to reach out.Best,Drago

Im open to conventional financing or seller financing.To find properties, you can network with local agents and brokers, join local real estate investment groups, use online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, send direct mail campaigns, drive for dollars, network with property managers, and explore seller financing.Good luck!

If you’re even mildly considering making a move, maybe swapping a dusty single-family rental for a sleek multi-unit or a small retail corner, I’m telling you, a 1031 is worth exploring.

Obviously this depends on whether Local, Esq. is willing to do it (and whether there is a state-specific bar requirement just for this type of work), but I want an outside perspective first.Thanks,Looking in BaltimoreHey Samer, are you exploring Markets?

I've explored refi and heloc, but came up empty as I have no chance of qualifying income.