![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1400628/small_1639278759-avatar-emanuelb14.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
On 5/3/2023 the City of Kansas City, MO announced that Short-Term Rentals will be completely banned in ALL residential zoning! I had not taken it seriously until I read a couple of articles outlining their plans. Mo...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/235014/small_1706164715-avatar-jdeemoore.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello BP family, I am stuck between a rock and a hard place. I have no job at the moment with only $1000 in my savings account, fortunately my wife makes just enough to pay for our monthly expenses. So my question is,...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/wordpress_blog_post/image/14543/atlanta.jpg?twic=v1/output=image/cover=625x330)
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/901832/small_1621505266-avatar-joshuat73.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I’m a new investor looking to buy a STR in the Gatlinburg area. One of my hesitations is knowing what will happen to demand during a recession. The STR market in Gatlinburg seems solid now, but how did it hold up duri...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/803272/small_1621497878-avatar-josephz25.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I was wondering if anyone had any experience or input on REAL? From my limited research I see that it is an online real estate brokerage with zero monthly costs, and an 85/15 commission split. I would assume the sup...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2616155/small_1677466589-avatar-jaymeb4.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I'm probably the only one on Bigger Pockets on a Saturday night, but was reading Avery Carl's "Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth" and my mind is churning as usual. I enjoy the book - it gives a great overview of the...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2509860/small_1695232633-avatar-jarrettb30.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
We are in the process of trying to close on a property in Cape Coral and obviously have been put on pause with the hurricane. What are the thoughts on how the area will be able to bounce back from a tourism standpoi...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/241008/small_1621435557-avatar-privatebanker23.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello All,Any one out there have any experience with new construction - vacation rentals in Isla Mujeres or other tourist areas of Mexico? I have been negotiating a deal and developer is offering financing. The deve...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/998752/small_1696400643-avatar-jonathand121.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 Best Pocono HOAs for STR
Introduction to the Poconos
The Pocono market has long been a popular vacation rental market due to the area's many natural attractions and the region's proximity to major metros Philad...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/331979/small_1621444805-avatar-socraticmind42.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I have been noticing the competition stepping up in mainstream investing as of late. Well, at least in regards to preexisting inventory. As a new investor, I can honestly say my first year in the game has been easier...