That way I could make more in appreciation as those hidden gem locations gain popularity in the future.I heard that NC property tax for residents and non-residents is the same and the number of properties owned does not matter.

These were more popular a few years back when rates were lower and the market had more inventory.Why 203K and not just use FHA?

via AirDNAhttps://www.airdna.co/blog/7-s...Myth #1 - Popular vacation destinations or bust.Myth #2 - The ROI on STRs isn’t what it used to be.Myth #3 - There’s a high barrier to entry.Myth #4 - STRs are a full-time job.Myth #5 - Regulations take the R out of ROI.Myth #6 - Seasons change, so should you.Myth #7 - Hotels are the arch nemeses of short-term rentals.Thoughts? 

Clients told me that they have a housing shortage, so landlords can still get top dollar without having to make improvements.So, if your property is in a popular area and market demand is strong, why would you make unnecessary improvements NOW?

The two most popular accounts being Solo401k and Roths. 

Such as:Quarts countertops and backsplash in the kitchenremoving the carpet in the bedrooms and installing LVP and upgrading the closets in each roominstalling a new AC unit (mine is ~20 years old but still kicking)recessed light fixtures, etc.I do have abt 40k saved to do such renovations but maybe I should look into Cash-Out Refinance only so i can use that additional money saved for another home...I bought the home at 230k and the value now is abt 280k.I just came to see what the popular opinion is. 

So far the touristy areas have held up much better than the fringe areas that got popular during post-covid revenge travel.Houses in the Smokies and Destin are still selling for close to what they were in the peak. 

I hear that it is a popular weekend destination but does Wilmington just roll up the sidewalks come Monday morning?

Choosing a market for the wrong reasonsInstead of selecting a market for objective reasons like a strong economy and job market, investors select a city for subjective reasons such as the area being a popular spot for family vacations.2.

The average rate on the popular 30-year fixed mortgage started this year around 3%, but by June had briefly surpassed 6%.