All Forum Posts by: Catherine Javier

Quote from @Malkia Ra:

Quote from @Catherine Javier:

Quote from @Malkia Ra:

I've rented/listed my MTR via both third-party booking sites (they screen) and self advertisement (I screen).

For tenants that do not book through a site, my vetting process is no different from what I do for LTRs; application, background check, etc. and the tenant pays for the screening.

 hello! Where did you lease your MTR? Is it furnished Finder? Thanks!

Yup, Furnished Finder and AirBNB.

Initially I received the most response via AirBNB; however after the opening of a new medical center within a 7-mile radius of my rental, I've noticed more traffic from Furnished Finder.

Quote from @Greg Scott:
Bankruptcy must have been a while ago for a 690 credit score.  With no other negatives, we would rent to her.

Of course, you should have a criteria written down previously and she either qualifies or she doesn't.  If she doesn't qualify, then you could negotiate a possible increase in security deposit, subject to local laws, to see if you would want to move her in.

I've rented/listed my MTR via both third-party booking sites (they screen) and self advertisement (I screen).

For tenants that do not book through a site, my vetting process is no different from what I do for LTRs; application, background check, etc. and the tenant pays for the screening.

Thank you!


Quote from @Brett Deas:

I personally don't like using furnished finders accessory systems as they have big holes in them, but one thing I have learned is they are a travel medical professional you can ask to see their contract. Medical professionals are vetted thoroughly, even more than a background check to do what they do, so if the hospitals think they are safe I have no reason to think otherwise. Also, you won't have to pay for screening or anything. 

Quote from @Will Fraser:

Hi @Catherine Javier, I treat mid-term rentals much like long-term unless they come from one of the STR gateways like Airbnb or VRBO). If they come through anything else then I will have them complete our standard application process and ensure that they don't have a history of hoodwinking or anything like that.

Who is your target renter..corporate, nurses, construction, tech, space industry....When choosing a location, try to factor in how much need there is for the particular industry that you believe will be your audience. Perhaps reach out to HR people at the companies that may bring in MTR and market directly to them. 

HOA's will be tough to avoid if you want to be in a good area of Orlando.

Best of luck to you.

Amenities won't matter so much if it's a great location. People are usually traveling and want to be close to certain areas. Amenities are a plus more than a must have.