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18 July 2024 | 0 replies
The growing Jonesboro market and strategic location further enhanced its appeal.
18 July 2024 | 6 replies
Pros:- Many ways to invest and lots of different price points: LTR, MTR, STR (I know a couple of people doing STR but STR can be challenging) and different areas to invest- Diverse job market.
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18 July 2024 | 8 replies
Begin to network and never stop educating yourself.If you ever consider the Kansas City area, I'd be happy to discuss the current market with you.
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18 July 2024 | 3 replies
If you're open to other markets, I invest locally in the midwest and I think we have some strong RE markets that are relatively affordable.
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14 July 2024 | 5 replies
Springfield MA is a great market for rentals!
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19 July 2024 | 7 replies
Staying in the Wilmington area makes the most sense, as we really know that market, but I also have a soft spot for the western part of NC!
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20 July 2024 | 24 replies
A hosting business involves marketing (LTR only markets when there is a vacancy), cleaning/turnover, check-in/check-out procedures, and a concierge communication.The analogy to Walmart is absurd.
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19 July 2024 | 4 replies
Conduct market research, get pre-approved for a mortgage, define property criteria, and use analysis tools.
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19 July 2024 | 19 replies
I've never marketed it to groups larger than 8, so I don't get as much rent as I could.