When we show up to more events or talk to him on phone calls and webinars(regularly, like every week), he KNOWS who we are and can communicate with us in a manner I have NEVER experienced before.

Look at using a regular line of credit at smaller banks.

This is why it is important to look at the market regularly and maintain an understanding of what prices are doing.When you are actively marketing a home, I recommend looking at the market every day or two.

Some STR hosts have switched to MTR though with the laws so maybe you just have a supply problem there.

Hey @Lisa Mallory , I am so sorry to hear that and I am devastated for all our amazing hosts in that area.

He analyzes the data regularly and names the best locations to invest.

Sure if you dont have your own 3-5% down payment then yes use DPA if you really want to buy.After going over the pros and cons typically our FTHB'ers or first time home buyers end up getting a gift or bring in their own 1-2% down + 1-3% gift and end up with 3-5% down payment and borrow at regular FHA/conventional rates (avoid the DPA program rates).This is actual experience.

Quote from @David Edwards: PadSplit host in Houston here, my experience has been good thus far.

We host a monthly investor meetup, and there are many others like it...

There are a few highly rated HipCamp hosts in our area that have 'U-Pick' farms of produce and/or petting zoo type animals, and they've added a handful of RV sites to go along with it.