As a former house hacker myself, I'd suggest you try not to get too close (in terms of friendship) with your tenants - the tenant/landlord relationship can make it tricky to become friends.Do you have a price range or down payment amount that you're targeting?

Hello everyone, I am analyzing the Indio, CA market as a short term rental investment and we'd love to speak to someone who is self managing their own vacation rental.  

We managed over half of the purchase price in cash and then the remainder was held as a 3 year seller's note.

In CA you can rent ADUs but can only rent JADUs as a separate unit if the owner lives on the property.  

What do you WANT as a end result?

We want to acquire a property in one of these areas, not only as an investment but also as a place where we can stay when we visit the United States.

This is a story from my past that provides a perfect example as to why investing in tax liens at auction is so dangerous for any but the most experienced and knowledgable investors20 years ago I purchased a SFR as a long term rental investment that sat on a double lot.  

Second rental property as a duplex.Converted SFR, first floor 4br and 1 bath ($665/month).

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

As a realtor, investor, and owner of a construction company down the road in College Station, TX.