SubTo is far more risky, because it could be viewed as a scheme given the group dynamic out there for it.   

That’s a shocking difference, and the dollars in the visual below don’t lie (see graph below):And it’s one of the big reasons why Forbes says:“While renting might seem like [the] less stressful option . . . owning a home is still a cornerstone of the American dream and a proven strategy for building long-term wealth.”The Biggest Downside of RentingSo, short-term, why does renting feel like a simpler choice?

It's a dynamic and rewarding field, but like any business, success comes from learning, adapting, and building strong systems.

Having someone nearby who understands local regulations, guest expectations, and neighborhood dynamics can be a huge advantage when starting out,

The 1% rule is a useful guideline but not absolute, some markets have different cash flow dynamics, so look at the bigger picture including appreciation potential.Since you’re coming from NYC, also consider how you’ll manage the property, local property management can make or break your experience, especially when investing out-of-state; or do you plan to self manage? 

I don't know if we'll see these same dynamics in years ahead.

There were many market dynamics that were drastically different back then, too.

They do a solid job with listing optimization, dynamic pricing, guest communication, and their platform makes it easy for owners who want a more hands-off approach.

This isn’t an arbitrary number—it’s a disciplined standard informed by market dynamics and our experience.

Ya know, not for nothing, but this whole fiasco really creates an interesting discussion about the dynamics of men, woman, power, money and real estate.Now i'm totally taking the train off the rails here, and speaking in generalities, but what men and woman look for in each other is generally different.Woman are usually attracted to successful powerful men.