I have stayed profitable, for now.

It’s especially useful for prospecting foreclosures or expired listings.TruePeopleSearch (Free): If you’re working on a budget, this is a surprisingly helpful resource for quick lookups.That said, any platform can work if you use it consistently—it’s all about staying persistent.

I started staying on the North Shore of Oahu back in 2005, and it was easy to find a STR.

And, the longer you wait to act, the longer the squatter stays - and even gains some legal protections to stay while your waiting on a slow court system to act on an eviction. 

However, I don’t yet have the funds for a down payment on another house, and I’m trying to figure out the best option for where to live while I rent the apartment.Do you have any recommendations for managing this transition or tips on finding a temporary place to stay?

I saw dealmachine looks cool but the reviews from others here on BP have not been positive so I have stayed away for time being.

Being clear about what you want to do from the start not only helps you stay on track, but it also makes it easier to spot problems or delays before they happen.I totally agree that talking to people is important.

subliminally" good word by the way.May I state for the record, I only work with with guys who are accredited or close to accredited, have substantial reserves, who have a steady income outside of real estate and who want to stay out of trouble.

While I didn't want to stay there permanently, it was a stepping stone to build my track record. 

Even if you stay on top of it, other stuff can happen.