Purchase price: $199,900 My first real estate purchase, which I converted into a short-term rental, I rented for half the year when I was away.

I ask because you can turn this property into a short-term rental on platforms such as Airbnb/ VRBO.

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

Additionally, the rules are also very landlord-friendly so you won't have to worry about evictions taking as long as 12 months because they're very quick here.

@Jodie Cordell house hacking is a great strategy as long as you can stomach living next to guests or tenants depending on the strategy.

Why do you think purchase contracts are so long and have such small print?

I don't have a preference for age in terms working with other folks but young can be good from an energy, optimism and having enough time to put in the extra hours when needed (usually a younger person is not going to have a spouse, 2-3 kids and a bunch of other responsibilities).

I am wanting to start investing in STR acquiring or developing the real estate. I think Bend is a top place for STR as there is multi-seasonal demand and is a city with a lot of growth. Problem here is, apart from the...

My non-laywer advice is to get that thing refinanced and read the mortgage docs before you close and abide by the terms of the contract.

I don't know 100% if this is the smartest decision or best decision long term, but that is why I am here trying to learn and understand.