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It’s good to run conservative estimates, especially since vacation rentals can be seasonal in some places.If freeing up time is one of your main goals, think about using a property management company.

I think it might help some seasoned landlords answer your question if you share details about your rental like bed/bath count and sq ft.

. $1.18/SF), bucking the traditional seasonal slowdown trend.

Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, or Texas) with being open to partnership as well.Part of a Tulsa REIA FB group, looking for more mentorship with seasoned investors to connect and learn from their experiences.

@Dan DeGroff - I think you can probably do this as a primary residence since the scenario makes sense (e.g. you travel to Aspen for work during ski season), however, there are some major red flags here that you will need to explain and support during underwriting (e.g.

To the seasoned investor, a loan rate of 7.25% versus 7.35% is not the priority when there are other factors far more critical to the success of a rental.  

That is the best way and usually how I operate especially in the slow season to keep my subs busy.  

I think this is a valuable reminder to newer or less-seasoned investors, that successful STR's are BUILT, not always bought. #3, Old coach is my favorite! 

You went through that entire season and didn't even get inquiries.