Don't over leverage yourself, start smaller and the bigger gems will show up at your door step before you know it.

That means you make 2k in origination and then 11k/12 = $916/month.Let's say they hold it for 5 months = $4,580 + $2,000 origination = $6,580 return on 100k so about a 6.58% return and your risk for that return is 100k, cause the deal you back can go sideways.There's a much safer way to make a better return. 

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What are any contingency plans or other options we can look at in the event this will not close.

You have come to the right place to begin your investing journey.

Thank you, truly. 

For cash buyers, this deal presents a more viable opportunity.If you can overcome the gross weather, look deeper in this market.

When analyzing a potential short-term rental (STR), especially with fluctuating rents and occupancy due to seasonality, you can break it down like this:Monthly Breakdown: Look at historical data for each month.

Is anyone having issues with Zillow Rental Manager, where you get to the last step before publishing and it will not allow you to continue?

Hey All, I wanted to get some advice on how to use other people's money to purchase a long-term rental property.