I'm not a fancy 5 start resort.

Here is the Tardus wealth strategy in a nutshell, stripped of the fancy terms and fluff.  

Tenants do not require fancy wall finishes, or solid surface counter tops, or top of the line  “anything” to be quite honest.  

If you have a Sam’s or Costco membership they have good ones for a good price as well.Doesn't need to be super fancy, but something with the basics (bandaids, gauze, aspirin, Tylenol, neosporin, etc).

Nothing fancy—just solving for utility, curb appeal, and speed.

We’re using prefab metal shells—nothing fancy, just clean execution.

That is a just a fancy way to say the second home rates are the same as investment homes on conventional loans.

I mainly work with second-home owners, out-of-town investors, and people looking to sell properties that have STR potential.Lately, I’ve been leaning into direct mail to build listing relationships — not for acquisitions, but just good old-fashioned sales prospecting.Here’s what I’m doing:•Targeting expired listings and absentee owners (in-state only for now)•Sending personalized letters printed at home — no fancy mail house, just sweat equity•Keeping it honest and simple — offering market updates, home evals, or just checking in if they’re still considering sellingI’m curious — are any other agents here using mail in 2025?

You still get appreciation, cash flow, and tax benefits—without the upfront renovation capital or time commitment.LLC & Trust Setup – Keep It Simple but Smart:Here’s what many cost-conscious investors do:One umbrella LLC to start (especially if you're self-managing or using one PM across markets)Gradually separate LLCs per market or cluster as portfolio growsUse a land trust for privacy, if needed, with the LLC as beneficiaryFile taxes through SMLLCs (single-member LLCs) or partnerships to avoid double-taxationConsider a holding company if you're scaling aggressively or investing with othersAlways worth running past a CPA or attorney—but the goal is simple, not fancy, and optimized for tax and liability.You're at a powerful crossroads—you’ve built the foundation, now it’s just about picking the right vehicle to accelerate growth.

I want something more fancy🤣😂Quote from @Walter C.: For me, it's property management.