The numbers were fantastic and the property was in wonderful condition.

The numbers were fantastic and the property was in wonderful condition.

While I firmly believe in crypto and how various layer 1 protocols will transform how businesses operate, and that the 1-5 year price outlook is fantastic, that doesn't mean that in the short term its not soul crushing to see your portfolio balance fluctuate by hundreds of thousands of dollars on a near daily basis. 

That means he is making a 64% rate of return of his $8K investment.Assuming his numbers are right, that is a fantastic deal. 

The rental market is fantastic, but most are getting appreciation rather than really good cash flow. 

It sounds like your dad is fantastic at working on properties!

We used Steven Lam with the David Greene team here in the Bay Area and had a fantastic experience.

So STRs are still a fantastic investment, but just do a lot of research and look into your crystal ball.Also, some areas that might eventually limit STRs, to some extent, are generally saying that existing STRs will be grandfathered in.....so if you find an 'iffy' area, just get in now....

However, it got to the point that having "roommates" has become a problem as I've gotten older, and I am now under contract for House #2 (also in Arlington) that will have a fantastic mother-in-law suite situation that has a separate entrance.

But if you're willing to cover a portion of your monthly mortgage, then FHA is a fantastic option.