Pretty much the core of the STR business.Higher your rank gets, you can increase your price and be more picky in selecting customers which usually lead to a better review / less party or complaints / less expense and higher profit with a happy life.I know some people will argue, but the ranking system is the truth and should be the only guide to your STR journey. 

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

@Joseph Augustus Welcome to Bigger Pockets and I wish you the best in investing journey, one of  the ways is to use Facebook Groups but you need to vet very cautiously . 

We have been using BP Pro and are always interested to incorporate new tools on our learning journey. 

To confirm my recommendation ask him for references at his current developments, I bet he won’t give you names and will make up an excuse!

It sounds like you’re in a great position to start your real estate journey, especially with your brother as a built-in renter.

The owner needs to know you are solid, a good bet.

I am just starting my investment journey, so have only used Real Estate Agents to assist with buying and selling my primary residence. 

I'm just starting my journey into real estate investing and truly appreciate your advice and knowledge.

I made adjustments, and it paid off when I found great tenants for the third-floor unit.Improvements Add Up: From installing a shared washer and dryer to renovating my unit’s kitchen, every improvement added value to the property and increased its appeal.Stay Financially Savvy: Refinancing my mortgage and renting out the garage spaces were big wins that helped offset costs and improve cash flow.Expect the Unexpected: Maintenance surprises (like a flooded toilet or diagnosing strange sewer smells) are part of the journey.