When baby #2 was conceived, I knew it was time to get out of our 2 bedroom duplex that we rented. I also knew that I didn't want to pay more than the current $850 rent, even for a bigger space. The solution? BRRR of c...

I wanted to share this recent success story with everyone. For some history my brother Nick and I have been partnering on buy and holds since 2009. With this latest story, by far our best and (potentially) most prof...

What might be some desirable  trends in urban apartment design ?  1. Supersized living space2. Micro sized sleeping space3. Projector screen focal point4. Long table w/ lots of chairs  5. Defined entry area6.  Built-i...

After a discussion with my wife about different chairs I occupy during the course of a day I came up with what I thought was a good article - but it did not make the cut so will talk about the issue here:

On any giv...

What is next... Judge Judy to head a commission on Tort Reform?  Jerry Springer to head a commission on Domestic Violence?

Hey All,
I'm a 5-star host across Airbnb, TripAdvisor, and HomeAway. I have fully optimized my own listing within my two-family home in Brooklyn and now I'm looking to make extra cash by managing other people's listi...

Hi folks,in 2018 I purchased and placed 3 short-term rentals into service -- my first year doing STR. I have filed an extension on my taxes, but want to get them done sooner rather than later. While I have kept good ...

I'm working on strategies to improve the desirability of homes I list for sale and was wondering what your opinions are about providing a place for people to sit when they come look at your house.

My gut tells me t...

As first time STR investors, my wife and I are trying hard to nail down our CCCs before reaching out to a real estate agent in our preferred market. I'm willing to be flexible if needed, but I'd like to be as clear as...