I currently live about a half mile away so I'll compare the results between the properties.

We've originally been living paycheck to paycheck.

Real estate investment trusts closed out 2023 with a surge of investments in healthcare properties as they look to capitalize on an aging population that is becoming increasingly dependent on medical care.Healthcare real estate, a relatively niche market within the larger real estate industry that includes hospitals, assisted living facilities and rehabilitation centers, can often blend elements from familiar real estate sectors like office, multifamily and retail, offering a unique investment subtype.

Hey @Logan Allec I know a woman who bought tons of SFRs in California City and lives off of them.

I am an experienced fix and flip investor previously from the South Houston rural area that now lives in Burnet County, TX. 

Smart buyers understand the value of a Buyer's agent and it certainly is not just to open doors.  95% of my clients are out of state investors purchasing in a market that they do not know nor live in, they count on me to walk the property, access repairs, provide comps and short term rental numbers, arrange and be present for inspections, as well as my ability to assist them getting their short term rental set up for them long distance.  

If short sale sale due to reverse mortgage or foreclosure then the borrower/principal homeowner per HUD [the foolish sponsor of the conniving manipulative reverse mortgage industry that is out to take homes from remaining Baby Boomer seniors & elders so younger families can purchase the homes instead while those seniors and elders are placed into senior living centers etc.

I am currently living in the house and renting out two rooms.

I think this could be for a variety of reasons but likely has to do with the fact that remote work seems as though it is here to stay allowing for more digital nomads, professionals to live/move cities more easily or even just "check out" a new location for a few months.Couple of key takeaways:-Casting a wide net and not focusing only on traveling nurses for example-Knowing your market and target clientele-MTRs are ideal for corporate travelers -How you operate your MTR is key to success (responsiveness to request, amenities, etc)-Protect yourself with a security deposit and ensure your lease fits your property/marketArticle: https://www.azibo.com/blog/mid-term-rentals-pros-and-cons-fo...Curious on everyone's thoughts on this article and overall market trends!

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