People have a tendency to want to do what they know and what they like which is fine for your primary residence, but not always the best choice for an investment.

If they did open it up like that...it would allow thousands and thousands of people to get VA loans but it doesn't seem to be accurate.

Most people who list and sell their own homes with no experience as an agent crap the bad in fantastic fashion.

Purchase price: $212,500 Cash invested: $50,000 When we talk about long term rentals the goal is to buy something that people are going to live in 3-5 years with the ability to raise rent over time ahead of insurance, taxes and inflation.

lol.Yeah, it sounds great if people can actually pull it off and there are avenues to get it done.

@Ivan Aldana so most people seem to be missing an important point.

Hi Jada and Welcome,I believe in coaching for some people and not for others.

Given that many people have said the average price to build in California is $200 and above per square foot, I became worried.Do you think building a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home measuring 550 sqft is feasible at this cost?

Hey BP people, I created a spreadsheet to help underwrite and analyze airbnb and short term rentals. 

These forums are a great place to learn and meet people, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned investor.