But what is really important is that you understand the terms of the loan, including the length of time and when you can expect to get the money back, how it is secured, and the process of getting it back if things don't go as planned with the investment.

Properties here often fall well below $150k, and the market is expected to see home prices rise by 10.5% in 2025.

With the fires in CA, you can expect materials and contractors to become even more expensive. 

As an employee of a MF Development Company, your boss will expect you to dedicate full-time hours to your job.

People house hacking have far different expectations than someone buying properties with cash. 

For longer stays, you can set expectations in your listing by clarifying that guests are responsible for restocking once the provided items are used up.

Buying in a high COLA with loss protection is a no-brainer in my book, but only if you expect to relo again.

You should also notify the tenant when they are either in violation of a reasonable expectation of the properties use or condition whether specifically outlined in the lease or not.

I focused on high-impact renovations that aligned with the expectations of Hamptons buyers.

We don't have kids (might in the future), my husband and I are young and healthy, have stable high-income full-time jobs, and just put in a lot of work to both properties so don't expect huge expenses in the near future.