To state that a broker cost more than a lender is false and can vary based on institution.

Should we go the STR or long-term rental (LTR) route to break even and rely on future appreciation, with the goal of selling in five years?

The information contained in this post is not to be relied upon.

Run scenarios with 2%, 4%, and 6% annual appreciation to see how your returns might vary.

Wynd detectors are usually good for air quality, their effectiveness specifically for detecting marijuana smoke can vary, as they aren’t designed solely for this purpose.

That seems to vary widely from state to state.

The information contained in this post is not to be relied upon.

You need his rank, time in service (you can even guess really, doesn’t vary a ton), and zip code.

Do you rely on specific data sources, gut instincts, or perhaps a blend of both?

Don’t rely too much on others to guide you ultimately, there will be many voices that tell you how difficult real estate can be, about tenants who flush steaks down the toilet (has happened to me) and evictions in NY.