We host a monthly REI Meetup in Woodland Hills and there are many folks in our group grappling with similar scenarios.

I run a FB group for STR Hosts of North GA & this is a topic of conversation lately.

This is true in any market.4, Reviews - reviews are extremely important, but a few negative reviews are not the end of the world if the host has responded and explained the situation - if you have the right property, right location and it's priced right.5.

Sept is also low season in FL, and we are going through an over saturation of hosts in many areas.  

This can reduce labor costs, but be mindful of the time commitment.Leverage Economies of Scale: If you're working on multiple flips or rehabs, bundling similar tasks or projects together can help reduce costs by hiring one contractor or vendor for multiple jobs.Prioritize High-Impact Repairs: Focus on renovations that add the most value, such as kitchen or bathroom upgrades, while avoiding over-improving areas that won't significantly increase the property's resale value.By combining these strategies, you can manage rising costs while maximizing your potential returns on fix-and-flip projects.Kind regards,

The amount of work and capital it takes is usually smarter spent on either buying your own property or venturing into co-hosting.

To our hosts?

When I was self-managing, I used Guesty for Hosts ($528 per year or $44/month).

For new hosts looking for ideas, here are some rank boosting tips!

Well there are construction loans that essentially bundle the monthly payments into the loan.