You can only use an LLC to buy if you have cash or two years of tax returns through that LLC and can get lending with it.

We advised her that her son also needed to apply and she replied that her son was not going to live with her and was out of town through the end of the year. 

I know regulations change almost by the quarter so what is true now is probably different last year. 

For example, I would need a new loan from a bank for the remaining $550,000 after the 4 years or would refinance the house for the $550,000, correct? 

For 18 years, I thrived as a mortgage broker in Texas, helping countless families achieve their dream of homeownership.

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Wealthy 2nd homeowners looking for someone to manage their home 11 months out of the year will gladly pay higher fees if you can demonstrate you’ll properly take care of their home and perform well.

Long-Term Vision: Sure, the duplex is step one, but what’s my long-term game plan?

I'm about to start my 1st out of state STR, but 2nd overall STR property in the portfolio with 3 years of experiencing managing a property in Joshua Tree by myself without a co-host/property manager.

We would be so grateful for any input, experience, or recommendations from homeowners or agents regarding what would be the preferred choice for 1) attracting rental guests in the short term, 2) retaining value for resale and not looking dated in 10 years, 3) protecting ourselves from accidents.