At the time I was active enough that I had a few sources of reliable money.

What happens if he has a major expense? 

I was curious to learn more and liked the idea of niche diversification outside of my current active real estate business.

I'm curious what the demand is for midterm rentals...outside of major metropolitan areas.  

This is because I'm concerned that even though the things in the house I can see look great things like the electrical, plumbing, or the foundation may need major repair if not immediately relatively soon. 

Even with active investments, diversification is better.  

The rental market here is really good and id love to share more info on that Birmingham is one of the worst appreciation markets in any major city in the US. 

I don't want to name names, but I use a major US financial institution for my banking.

Co-living I like a bit more because you have less money needed for furnishing a property and CO laws allow it in the major cities unlike STRs.

I am not sure how active his company Open Door is on BP.