Attending or starting local meetups is a great way to boost your education and network. 

My best advice (And I do a LOT of STR's), is to consult with a STR specialized real estate agent AND a really freaking good STR property manager in your area- have them come out, boots on the ground at the property, and make recommendations to significantly boost your occupancy and your ADR.

If it wasn’t for Covid-19 and the need to boost the economy, which then causes inflation, we don’t think that the Fed would be raising interest rates anytime soon.

This will create a mental anchor while the bank and appraiser read through your list of home improvements.

I agree that buyers need to exercise caution, but it is those people's flippant mentality that allows scammers to be so prolific in our society.

Depending on income, this is hole that he could dig himself out of rather quickly.I also would highly recommend Dave Ramsey for this particular type of situation, though I'd be careful not to adopt Dave's credit is evil mentality.

In at least one case I think the tenant might have been mentally ill/had dementia and the family member didn't want that to be known, which is understandable. 

Landscaping, installing a patio or deck, adding outdoor lighting, and improving the entrance can boost the overall value of your property.Basement Renovation: A finished basement can provide additional living space, which is always appealing to potential buyers.

If you bought at market value, then you'll need to see what things you could do inexpensively to boost the value of your home, forcing appreciation.

It takes mental practice to not *Keep up with the Joneses* especially once you and your friends start getting jobs after college with high salaries and paychecks.Take calculated risks.