Hello Patrick, I've been exploring the idea of transferring my properties to an LLC to enhance liability protection.

I love your suggestions especially about the local art, what a great idea and I will be implementing that in our vacation rentals. 

NathanHey Nathan,A lot of the private/Hard money lenders that I work with do not require that, so depending on your strategy it shouldn't be an issue.That sounds like great idea though, it could set you up nicely to hopefully save up for a good primary residence.Would love to connect and talk through the strategies financially if you are interested!

Bridging people during this time of severe impairment in my opinion is a good idea regardless of this being a physically evident disability.

As always, your CPA should advise on thishttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1056436-clearing-up-confusion-on-tax-treatment-of-short-term-rentals

Hi all, I'm planning to get my Real Estate in Massachusetts soon this year and with the National Association of Realtors agreed to dropping the 6% commission rate, is this still a good idea?

They should be able to give you an idea of current value/ARV. 

I would rather get it fixed because all of my prospective tenants love the idea of having one.

I am currently looking at a few locations/properties though Zillow, redfin etc. to get an idea of the rent/cash flow potential in the surrounding areas.

I know the neighborhood well, especially in terms of pricing, and I had some ideas about modifying this house.