If you want to buy in a better area then you might be spending more on a down payment and have less to buy furnishing for an STR.

I am new to bigger pockets, I am a licensed plumber in Northern California I would like to start obtaining rental properties Welcome to BiggerPockets!

While this approach works in the early stages, there comes a time when consolidating all your properties' insurance into a single, scheduled program might be more beneficial.

In realms where shadows veil the light,I shift possessions overnight.Deferring burdens none can see,I weave the threads of property.A spectral path to trade unseen,What method moves behind the screen?"

I think it's pretty clear it disincentivizes new construction or encourages landlords to find ways around it.However, I do believe we could do better in areas for encouraging new construction with zoning reform and other tax incentives.

Most of them saw price reductions and longer days on market this summer.

The 2nd was the literal 1 on 1 time with the one and only @Scott Trench in the "how to use your BP profile to grow your biz" breakout. 

I realize this may require a tax pro but wanted to get an initial pulse from this community first.

More so I want co-signers who are not members of my family.

Currently working on a deal to buy a 140 room property that is right next to a major freeway, and hospital.