@Alex Johnson Detroit-Michigan falls in the middle of the pack regarding "tenant-friendly".As you start to build your Core Four, NEVER believe what people tell you unless they can explain it logically or provide 3rd party proof.Here's 3rd party proof that Michigan is in the middle of the pack:)https://realwealth.com/learn/landlord-friendly-states/https://www.lawdistrict.com/articles/most-renter-friendly-us...

I hope newbies read it and learn.

Very successful running Airbnb Lessons learned?

These are groups where other investors network and learn but in person.  

The only way to learn the neighborhoods is to spend time in them. 

Lessons learned?

They want more online leads, but I'm quickly learning their bigger issue is outbound sales & marketing, i.e. understanding who their customers (and referral partners) are and engaging them meaningfully.I've been lurking on BP and researching their build areas and it seems like their primary clients are developers and investors, not individuals building their dream vacation home (though they are part of the mix).Their value prop is dollar efficiency and speed.

My cleaning style takes time.

I self-managed and learned to build the houses with my Handyman.  

This is something I'm considering getting into - and would like insight on:- Cost (what to expect for price per sqft)- Book / Podcast / YouTube Channel recommendations Trying to learn as much as I can - looking forward to getting connected!