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Chronology of my first property purchase.
November 2023 – Preapproved for 250k. Began scanning MLS everyday to find a deal (I am my own realtor and this is my first transaction).January 2024 – After searching deals d...
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I have a new construction 3/2 SFR in Greer that we are going to furnish and rent short term. We have other long term rentals with a property manager and they have performed great. The biggest challenge I see with shor...
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Hello Everyone. I currently have a STR, for which I would like to create a direct booking site. What are the pros and cons and if y'all can share with me some recommendations. Thanks in advance.
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My husband and I recently purchases a cottage that we would like to rent weekly. The cottage does need some repairs and improvements that will probably take 6 months or so to complete. I am wondering if there are c...
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Hi community, I’m seeking some Airbnb insight!
I own a rental (SFH) and I’m transitioning to short term vacation rental. The house has decent space and rooms, and an ideal layout to be split in two. After some repair...
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Ok community - coming to you with the big question and need some pro advice. In about 2.5 weeks, if all goes to plan, I'll launch my first STR. It is for a ski condo which we closed on in October and have been renovat...
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The bottom line is that my rental properties were super busy this summer when, then to add to the "normal" stress, I was hit with major health issues (cancer) for hubby and a daughter. Dealing with all that was bad en...
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There have been various posts about the potential returns vs risks associated with getting a gym in your STR, but I was wondering if anyone has first hand experience with this?
Yes, the liability risks are higher, b...
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Hello, I own a small RV park in Texas. I had someone move in September and paid for that month. They let my on-site manager know they were going to "take a trip for a birthday party" and have not returned. It has ...
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I came across a value add 14 unit multifamily in an improving area of Chicago and i'm looking from some guidance as to how people have approached similar scenarios in the past.Here are the details:14 unit; all 1 bed/1...