But running a short term rental is a small business.

If you can get comfortable with the team and can rely on them, this could save you headaches and costs over the long term.

In terms of the safest areas in the city, this is a very generalized list so let me know if you want me to expand on anything in terms of borders, zip codes, etc.

We are interested in appreciation, short term/mid term rentals but also tax benefits that come with real estate. 

They typically have fixed or adjustable interest rates, terms ranging from 5 to 20 years, and amortization periods of up to 25 or 30 years.SBA 7(a) Loans: The U.S.

If you can tolerate that, then you'll probably be fine throughout the lease term.

Should we think of Short term rental?

Purchase price: $310,000 Cash invested: $350,000 This was a full rehab 6 unit multifamily building.Our firm did everything from locating and acquiring the project, to managing construction, and then finished up by leasing out all 6 units for a premium rent.We used a construction loan to secure the property and do the rehab. 12 month term which we were able to do construction and lease out all units before taking out the original loan with a permanent commercial loan.

Hi all--we are looking for feedback from short-term rental hosts in the Washington, DC area.

Getting the proper permits is the only way to protect yourself and your asset long term.