In my opinion, this is much more effective than texting, which often feels like a constant game of cat and mouse with phone carriers.

This is my first investment house.

Thought about using smart access like Showmojo but worry about squatters. 

I just canceled on a property because I was in escrow at $105K but the work was going to cost another $150K on a property only worth around $200k. 3) Even with interest rates calming down, it is still difficult if you are buying properties with tenants already in place. 

We don't get many natural disasters of this caliber so I'm not sure what to expect for the future.

I’m looking to better understand what seasoned investors prioritize in this vibrant market, so any insights or experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated!

This will clarify and reinforce what you are reading.

I haven't had many issues getting booked, but since I have a couple opening this month I thought I'd reach out and see what others have seen/experienced. 

This kind of plays into the booking issue many have alluded to here.

Question: If you were to purchase a STR to close in November and the seller negotiated that the buyer must honor existing rentals with the current rental company/property management until January of 2025…. 1- does this negate the short-term rental loophole for the 2024 if you aren’t managing it yourself for these months in 2024?