Originally posted by @Brad Hammond:The Real Estate Guys do a great newsletter with lots of high-level information about the economy and how it impacts real estate.  

Interesting as there were a couple of posts a year ago after the widely distributed article in the media essentially calling it a STR crash.

I'm nervous to post here because I'm new to this forum and don't know exactly where to start... 

Keep us posted on your progress.

Imagine getting 20-40% off many things others have to buy with post tax $’s.Don’t forget that “stepped up basis” if you have any heirs.

Its usually called a post-completion or post-purchase mortgage.

Our 275 sq ft furnished garage should rent for $1600 - $1800/mo and the only extra fees compared to long term is $99/yr to post on furnishedfinders.com. ...I should have this finished by the end of next month, so can keep you updated on whether this plan works and what we rent for. 

@Vince Au no one can predict the future.There are some interesting facts you should confirm for yourself (NEVER believe anything anyone posts here!).

Hello BP Community, it's been awhile since I've last posted or have had downtime lately.

Since this is a post about our loan shop, I'll highlight that we are a small loan shop (30 employees), family-owned just trying to get more clients by placing their loans well and treating customers well.