Look at the local job market, vacancy rates, and landlord-friendly regulations.

They’ve had really good results with it.I’d be curious to hear how you structure your model and how you make it work in practice.

Keeping properties safe is such an important part of being a successful landlord.I work with a lending company and I often see how new rental owners benefit from connecting with others who can share both investment strategies and practical tips.

You get better through time and practice and you will always be wrong, Sometimes to your benefit, sometimes you'll think you could have gotten more.

There are a few that have taken other steps so that they are regulated. 

If you’re using a property manager, it’s common practice that they take half of or the entire first months rent when placing a new tenant, and that’s besides if there’s vacancy in between.On your cash flow question: it depends where you’re buying, but assuming you’re buying in a pretty good neighborhood, if your projecting to cash flow flow $100 to $200 a month, and you have a steady job and income you could put into the property if needed in the short run, I think it could be a good a good investment.

Regarding short-term rentals, be sure to understand local regulations before investing.

STRs can work well here, but I’d avoid going all-in since they’re seasonal and regulation-prone.A blended approach can give you stability and upside, STRs for peak season cash, mid-term furnished rentals for military and traveling professionals, and a couple of long-term units for steady baseline income.

Huge red flag to not have your management company up to date on the local regulations, that leaves me as the owner in a very bad position.

Regulations vary widely in geographic areas, and sometimes come down to the particular street, and/or permitting requirements.