In 10 years when it is worth $750k (or whatever the number will be), you may have a dumb feeling of regret wondering why you didn't just find a way to do both. 

Just an idea but may be worth just handling all bookings through Airbnb or VRBO to add some level of protection Thanks for the suggestion, Zachary.

There is a podcast I was strongly suggest you listen to.

Also in case of fire or flood, I know a regular homeowner's insurance will have no problem covering it.I have been wondering, if the local regulation doesn't require it, why do we need pay thousands of extra for STRs? 

@Jason Allen, Great post, we have a few real estate / Construction business here in Columbus and have been wondering what the best strategy / planning should be for the next 3,5,10,20 years based on all this investment and growth.

Might I suggest exploring some sort of position working with a developer; D.R.

No wonder folks are wondering if we are valuable... 

I haven’t bought my first property just yet, but I was wondering if $35,000 is enough to start buying a small single-family home in North Carolina.

Hi @Rishi Patel       I suggest joining the Atlanta Real Estate Investor Association.

I was wondering how you find good deals on properties besides the mls.