I don't get why so many folks forget about the one of the oldest listing platforms around.

Good morning from the east coast, actively looking for a good SMS platform?

I’m particularly interested in flipping properties, long-term rentals, and market trends in the Bay Area and beyond.I’d love to connect with others on this platform to share experiences, learn, and collaborate.

After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!

If you’re in that cash position I mentioned above, then we might be a good fit to get on a call so I can show our process which is complete: 1) finding and buying the right property 2) creating a top product from that purchase with a world-class designer on my team 3) co-hosting/managing that property at a discount for clients to ensure you get more money and have a product that lasts.you can also follow me on IG @tampa.rei , I’m actually about to post a walkthrough of a property that was being managed by one of the most popular PMs in the country and in just 1 yr you’ll laugh to see what state the property is in from poor management!

Are you focusing on online lead gen like Facebook ads, Zillow, or platforms like BiggerPockets?

That’ll give you flexibility to automate and integrate workflows as your needs evolve.A direct booking site is a nice-to-have down the line if you want to save on platform fees and build a brand, but starting with platforms like Furnished Finder or VRBO is a solid way to keep things simple while you’re getting started.Good luck—sounds like you’re on the right track!

@Tarcizio GoncalvesStessa is an excellent platform for tracking income and expenses for investors; it is user-friendly.

I’ve made a conscious effort in automating and digitizing more of my rental management tasks and can share some of the tools I've been exploring that might be helpful to others.I use Baselane a lot, it is a platform that's really geared towards landlords and real estate investors.

Vrbo and Airbnb sync with each other for free, Vrbo has free dynamic pricing, both platforms send out enough automated messages for me.I check in on guests after they arrive to provide that small personal touch.We get consistent 5 star reviews with minimal effort.