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Alan Asriants 50 Year Mortgage Should only be offered to Investors
20 November 2025 | 22 replies
That being said a portable mortgage might really cause a major shift in the market.
Juan David Maldonado Best way to market to nursing tenants?
7 October 2025 | 6 replies
I have a couple tips for you. 1) Nurses & med pros make great tenants and love black out curtains, portable fans, quiet and affordable spaces close to the hospital. 2) I wouldn't exclusively target nurses, especially with a 3 bed, 2 bath home.
Chad Ledy Value-Add RV Park in Nephi, UT: Hospitality Upgrades + AI Ops
24 September 2025 | 1 reply
We’ve been executing a clean value-add: upgraded guest experience (clubhouse, gym, sauna/cold plunge, entertainment room), stronger ops (online check-in, call tracking, AI voice receptionist), and hospitality-first culture.
Chris Seals Small flip of lake cabin (<$13,000)
22 September 2025 | 2 replies
He has a small lake property, 6000 sq ft, with a finished portable building on it and a shed.
Steve K. Putting $1M into Crypto
21 November 2025 | 251 replies
But am a fan of all 3 evidently as I've written in this thread. where as BTC is truly superior in portability, storage and only lacks in adoption which it's gaining share. 
Victor N. Best Quickbooks ( Desktop Vs Online) for Landlords?
11 September 2025 | 12 replies
You can make a Portable File to take with you in the field from your main PC. 
Matt Franzosa Trying to Reach My Target Market
28 August 2025 | 4 replies
. - All utilities included (except internet, water, and pellets for the pellet stove)- Comes with private sauna- Comes with Private Gym- Comes with shared in ground swimming pool- Comes with wrap around porch- Comes with jetted soaking tub in the primary bathroom.- Partially furnished (everything except living room and primary bedroom)- Comes with property managementTo put it bluntly, the rent being charged is higher than your average consumer can afford... $6,500/month to be exact.When I think of who might be able to afford a rental like this.
Zak Marinko Looking to Connect with Successful STR Hosts in Cape Coral
25 August 2025 | 3 replies
I would look at what you can do to stand out from your neighbors- maybe a game room, sauna, anything unique to differentiate. 
Kristi Kandel New concept input? SWFL - Multi-Sport, Wellness & Entertainment Complex
20 August 2025 | 0 replies
Unlike typical 'eatertainment' venues or sports bars, this concept puts wellness, family, and active living at the center—complemented (not driven) by food, beverage, and social programming.Core FeaturesSports & Activity ZonesIndoor pickleball courts (climate controlled, 4–6 courts)Indoor/outdoor beach volleyball courts (convertible for basketball/futsal)Golf simulators & mini bowling lanesTrampoline park + gymnastics/karate zone for kids/teensWellness & RecoveryYoga, Pilates, meditation, & HIIT studiosSauna, cold plunge, cryotherapyStretch Lab–style recovery center (guided stretching sessions, memberships, group classes)Waterfall garden + relaxation space away from active sports areasFamily & CommunityDog park with outdoor games + beer garden/shaded seatingRunning/walking trail with landscaped connectionsOn-site trolley to connect 10 acres of amenitiesSignature lazy river wrapping the propertyEntertainmentLive music stage (concerts, DJs, open mics, festivals)Event lawn for community markets, tournaments, and seasonal activationsFood & BeverageFood hall with rotating local chef pods (entrepreneurship focus)Morning coffee, juice, and healthy breakfast service tied to wellness classesLiquor license for controlled, property-wide sales (alcohol as complement, not driver)Programming & ActivationA 7-day calendar ensures consistent traffic and appeal across demographics:- Mornings: wellness classes + healthy breakfast service- Afternoons: after-school clinics + corporate team sessions- Evenings: leagues, trivia, karaoke, esports, family game nights, markets- Late nights (weekends): concerts, DJ sets, festivals, after-hours crowdRevenue StreamsCourt & bay rentalsMemberships & leaguesFood & beverage sales (partnership rev share)Wellness services (stretch lab sessions, day passes, memberships)Events (concerts, markets, corporate rentals)Sponsorships & naming rightsTrampoline/fitness zone admissionsTarget MarketPrimary: Adults 25–50 seeking active, social recreation with wellness focusSecondary: Families, sports leagues, and corporate groups during daytime/weekendsTertiary: Tourism and visitor spillover from SWFL’s growing destination marketDifferentiatorsWellness + family integration (unique for this type of complex)Signature lazy river as both a wellness and entertainment attractionLocal food entrepreneurship via rotating vendorsYear-round activation calendar to ensure constant useAlcohol as complement—not driver—to active recreationClimate-controlled indoor facilities for consistent playPhasing the BuildPhase 1: Core sports courts, food hall, bar, family/kids activity zone, and event lawnPhase 2: Wellness + recovery center, simulators, bowling, dog park/beer gardenPhase 3: Lazy river, trolley service, expanded outdoor landscape, and concertsPotential Challenges to Solve EarlyZoning & Permitting: Mixed-use recreation, wellness, and entertainment will require layered approvals (PD recommended)Site Selection: Large footprint and 200–300 parking spaces required; access is criticalCapital Requirements: Likely $10M+ at full scale; partnerships or phased funding may be neededOperations: Complex amenity mix requires strong GM and specialized team leadsLand NeedsPhase 1 – Core Sports & Food Hub:- Indoor pickleball courts: 20,000–30,000 sq ft (~0.5–0.7 acres)- Beach volleyball courts: 12,000–18,000 sq ft (~0.3–0.4 acres)- Bar & rotating kitchen hall: 8,000–10,000 sq ft (~0.2 acres)- Parking: 150–200 cars (~1.5–2 acres)Total: ~3–4 acresPhase 2 – Entertainment & Wellness Expansion:- Golf simulator lounge + mini bowling: 8,000–12,000 sq ft (~0.2 acres)- Yoga/sauna/wellness center: 5,000–8,000 sq ft (~0.1–0.2 acres)- Event lawn/live music: ~0.5 acres- Additional parking: 0.5–1 acreCumulative Total: ~4.5–6 acresPhase 3 – Signature Lazy River & Enhancements:- Lazy river: 20–30 ft width x 1,000–1,500 ft (~0.75–1 acre water + deck, ~1.5 acres total)- Expanded courts/event space: ~0.5–1 acre- Landscaped greenbelt areas: ~0.5 acresCumulative Total: ~7–8.5 acres minimumWhy target 10+ acres: Provides buffer zones, future growth space, and avoids maxing out footprint too early.Zoning & Entitlement PathThis project spans several land use categories, so a Planned Development (PD/PUD) overlay is the cleanest path.
Ben Rosenblum Solar or new AC for energy savings???
16 August 2025 | 15 replies
Keep a portable unit handy so when they do go out your not at the mercy of contractors on 95 degree day.