Although, I think I have to buy up to another level to get the tax liens and deeds instruction.

Something I’ve learned while starting out is that local banks and credit unions can sometimes be more flexible than big banks when it comes to investment loans. They actually get to know you, not just your numbers. De...

Since you’re looking turnkey or light rehab, an inspection is even more important so you don’t end up with hidden costs.

The comps looked solid, the inspection report came back clean enough, and I budgeted six weeks for the whole turnaround.Then reality showed up.First, a hidden plumbing issue added three weeks.Then, a permit approval got delayed… twice.Finally, the contractor I trusted brought in a sub who didn’t finish the work properly, which meant tearing part of it back out and starting over.What was supposed to be a six-week project turned into nearly five months.But here’s the takeaway: it forced me to slow down and build better systems — for vetting contractors, planning timelines, and padding budgets for “unknown unknowns.”

STR operators build intentional experiences:Onboarding Journey: Automated, branded pre-arrival emails with check-in instructions, local recommendations, and FAQs.Tech-Enabled Check-In: Smart locks with unique codes, timed to activate only during the stay.

You’ll find all these forms come populated with information and/or instructions on what to do.

After she walked us through how to see it as a guest I told her this is useless because it is basically hidden and not obvious for the viewer. 

Golf courses are good.Golf instruction is good.Real estate is not golf.Do not waste your money on real estate courses or mentors.

There are a lot of hidden risks in Cleveland.

Networking with other agents or investors helps uncover hidden opportunities, and patience pays off—don’t rush a property that doesn’t make financial sense.