This is where Positive Digital Footprint comes in.

Definitely agree with you—chasing lease renewals and tracking maintenance gets messy fast without a system.Here are my top 3 pain points:Late or inconsistent rent payments – Especially when tenants pay by check or want to pay in non-digital ways.

They see other newbies and those that benefit from the sales in such markets advocate for markets with good initial cash flowing properties and it seems correct to them.My view is that if we only pulled BP users with net worth of at least 8 digits on the importance of initial cash flow, it would be way down the list of criteria.Hopefully those that most need the info in this thread give it the thought that it deserves.Best wishes

@Jesse Scroggins  Is it me or are you off a digit? 

For example an optimized $750K Palm Springs/Indio STR might generate $125-150K in gross annual revenue but after the double digit occupancy taxes, property taxes, insurance and utilities, the actual ROI could be similar to a similarly valued home on the coast generating $75-80K.

If you do it right, it’s arguably the best market to invest.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1100-$1500 (no rent control in MI)1% rule: .9%-1.4% rule dealsCoc ROI: 4-12%Total ROI: 20-40%Cash flow: $50-$250/door (after all expenses and budgeting for maint, capex, vacancy)Appreciation: 3-10%+ (has been double digit for a decade)Location: C+, B-These numbers are based on the “sweet spot” in Metro Detroit.

You can often find tired operators and generate double-digit returns with some operational improvements.

You are playing with assets and 5-6+ digit numbers

I have my rules and when you rent my places you digitally agree to them when you book.15 years later and this still works flawlessly.

., spacious living rooms, modern kitchens) and minimizes flaws, increasing perceived value.kmmrealty.comOnline Presence: In a digital-first market, staged homes with professional photos attract more views and showings, critical for initial buyer engagement.vanderblue.comCost vs.