The 1% rule is best only used as a quick and dirty evaluation used to pick which property you plan on running additonal calculations on.

You can find positive cash flow and the 1% rule here!

For short-term rentals (STRs), the 100-hour rule may be an easier path.

Quote from @Sherylyn Holden: I posted awhile back about the new short term rental rules in San Antonio here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1200417-new-...Wanted to share a brief update on my experience and some other helpful notes:The city is getting serious about these rules.

Or maybe a favorite way to stay updated on local rules?

The 50% rule - in my opinion- is used solely as a quick back of napkin calculation to determine if it is worthwhile to do more investigating of a property. 

Know the rules and follow them - it's really that simple. 

Do you guys still apply that rule? 

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