The search algorithms differ for each platform, but for Airbnb the main factors include response time to inquiries, instant book turned on, pricing, and reviews.As others have mentioned, I would look into other platforms/websites that focus on corporate rentals.

Pre-qualified is mainly a credit check.

I guess the main thing I want to do right now to start my investment career is to learn about all the ways people are getting good deals either using auction.com, wholesaling or even spotting a good deal on MLS.  

For $6K, you should be able to replace all the supply lines in the house, plus some of the drain lines. 

Ask them if they know anyone and give them a couple of your cards to pass out to those that are consistently in buying roofing supplies.3) Tax laws in the states are so much different than in Canada, but I can't seem to think that there's a way you could write off an expense that you haven't purchased yet.

Do you mainly use direct mail/cold calling?

I am originally from Maine, so I'm quite familiar with new england in general.I have a few questions for anyone out there who has invested in Boston and/or sells real estate in the area.

I have spoken with the water company in the area and they have told me it will cost $17,000 to hook us up to the supply (which is already on the street).

My main concern there is around property management, but that's a topic for another day.In the meantime, we've been renting our spare bedroom on AirBnB and have netted anywhere from $200-600 per month.

We do have some carpenters however they are in short supply and hard to keep so if you know of any one who is a handyman or repair man or carpenter please invite them to join you and us.Again welcome and I look forward to seeing you on the 23rd of January.