I agree with others that adding amenities, specifically targeted toward those most wanted during the colder season can have a big impact on down-season occupancy.

As an out-of-state investor, I am interested in Alabama, specifically in Birmingham and Montgomery.

Looks like Hotpads is only apartments and houses.Here is a list of some roommate sites https://www.semrush.com/website/padsplit.com/competitors/ https://www.semrush.com/website/padsplit.com/competitors/https://www.semrush.com/website/padsplit.com/competitors/https://www.semrush.com/website/padsplit.com/competitors/

Are there any books or materials out there that specifically focus on buying properties in preforeclosure stage and sheriff sale?

Hello BiggerPockets Community,I'm reaching out to find a like-minded equity partner interested in tapping into the dynamic and lucrative Atlanta real estate market, focusing specifically on short-term flips.

A flip can be done in any market at any time, its specific to the deal.

Any expense that you spend specifically for the rental side, such a repairing the plumbing or replacing a light fixture, is expensed against the rental income.How you pay the mortgage does not matter. 

Specifically, I'm interested in pursuing a cash-out refinance to leverage the equity in my investment properties.If you know of any reputable financial institutions in the area that cater to investors like myself, I'd greatly appreciate your recommendations! 

And these deals do not grow on trees you need to find specific set of circumstances to find them ( talk a seller into it) and have EQUITY enough to exit if you have a problem with the loan .

The reason being I see a lot of people again just looking at one specific number and not understanding everything behind it.