This signals long-term appreciation potential.

It sounds like you've done a great job in investing in yourself and taking personal risks. 

Quote from @Michael Challenger: I have no qualms with hard money lending, but I need to learn more about the process and structure to these for typical deals so that I am more comfortable and in a position to reduce my personal risk and risk to investors as much as possible.

This is in RI so letting the heat out is not just a big cost but a risk.

Off grid sounds cool to some, but it really limits your potential guest pool.

Also 4th quarter of last year Packwood and county officially did discuss potentially regulating STR's by either limiting numbers or adding a tax to cover increases in local services that are needed. 

I wanted to get your input on a potential investment opportunity I've come across in San Antonio, TX.

Are there any potential risks or downsides I should keep in mind before proceeding?

"What Is The Biggest Risk For 2025" And 13 Other Highlights From DB's 2025 Market Survey"The Deutche Bank 2025 global financial market survey had 471 responses from around the world, and was conducted between the 10th and 13th of December 2024.

Smart investors first focus on finding quality properties—such as those in thriving areas of Brooklyn or potential neighborhoods around Manhattan—and then reverse engineer the process by improving management, optimizing rental structures, or enhancing facilities to make it worthwhile.