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Hello everyone,
I’m diving into the world of short-term rentals and would love to hear your unique insights! I am on the journey to acquiring a charming 2-
bedroom, 1-bath cottage in a popular tourist area. To make ...
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I have had a vacation rental in Big Bear Lake for 2 years now which has done very well (over 200 nights a year- grossing over $50k a year) on less than 200k investment. I'm also managing 3 other properties in Big Bea...
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Has anyone looked into, or have an opinion on, investing in a short term vacation rental at Margaritaville Orlando? They are starting a new phase of townhomes and I am trying to figure out if the returns will be good....
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WSJ column-The Great California Exodus
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304444604577340531861056966.html?mod=WSJ_hp_mostpop_read
"Nearly four million more people have left the Golden State in the last t...
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Hi all!NY based investor looking to get a vacation home in Florida (tale as old as time, right?) and seeking some wisdom for a rookie.Interested specifically in Kissimmee/Orlando/Davenport as Disney market feels famil...
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Hey folks,I am brand new to STR's and am here looking for suggestions around STR in Kissimmee area. I have an opportunity to purchase a 2019 built 6 bed/6 bath 3300 sqft (Pool/spa, media room, full size garage) fully ...
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Hey BP fam! I'm still doing market research and can't decide what would be a less riskier option for me, is it better to find a property in a vacation destination that's more rural and outdoors or a property in a more...
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Looking to buy a property in Fort Walton Beach. I’m in the military, and will be moving again in about 15 months. Currently renting, but was really debating buying a beach front condo in Okaloosa island to live in for...
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I’m expecting to inherit a $400k+ property in Hawaii sometime this year, owned outright. Would you sell and invest the cash? Or keep as a rental and leverage a HELOC. I live in Denver so that market comes first to min...
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So I get out the army in 15 months and am trying to get a investment property in the Charlotte area. Right now I was thinking about a multi-family property. But the market in Charlotte right now is expensive and doesn...