But, those of us who have been in the rental game for more than a couple of years know that cash flow is a myth with most rental properties no matter what the initial analysis shows.

After 20 years in the game as a landlord, I've seen just how impactful hands-on experience can be!

Clearly, he’s not just playing in the STR game; he’s changing the rules.This was a recent feature from our weekly STR newsletter here at BiggerPockets is called BiggerStays.

Whether you’re trying to find off-market deals, build a pipeline of motivated sellers, or scale up your operations, there are some game-changing tools and methods that can seriously boost your efforts.I’m really passionate about helping others take their business to the next level, and I’ve seen firsthand how these approaches can deliver results.

I rent rooms in this house which has been a game changer for me.

@Anna Antipkina fair game as far as I know!

If you’re serious about getting into the game, I’d say build up those local contacts they can be your biggest asset.Glad you’re meeting with someone in real estate financing soon; it’ll be invaluable for guiding you through loan options and what’s realistic for a first purchase.

If the buyer has proof of completing multiple projects and their real estate agent has a documented business history they are probably not wasting their time playing a game about a POF as failing to perform is just a waste of everyone's time (may have legal fees incurred as well).If it's an unknown newly formed LLC, an offer with minimal cash to escrow, with a shady attorney and realtor, I'd then be taking a hard look at proof of funds.

If someone rigged the game before you even came on board you are along for the ride.  

You really have to have a game changing product to make it worth larger players to switch.