However, we found receipt management (downloading emails and pictures and saving them to Google Drive) to be so cumbersome and decided to join QBO train.

It depends what's comfortable, some people that's 2hr drive away some 3hr etc...

What do you all think is driving this trend? 

My role has involved making strategic purchasing decisions, negotiating supplier terms, and managing large capital investments in a competitive environment.As the Amazon landscape has shifted toward large players with exclusive manufacturer access, I’ve been planning a transition into real estate finance — particularly hard money lending, In my role, I’ve:Managed multi-million dollar purchasing decisions, sourcing high-demand products and optimizing inventory strategies.Analyzed large sets of data to forecast profitability, manage cash flow, and minimize risk.Built strong relationships with suppliers, financial institutions, and logistics partners to drive operational efficiency.I’m confident that my financial acumen, data-driven approach, and experience in capital management can translate seamlessly into roles in real estate finance.I’m eager to connect with professionals in the field, and I’m particularly interested in opportunities related to:Hard money lending and underwritingReal estate investment analysisPortfolio managementIf you have any advice, mentorship, or know of any opportunities in real estate finance, I’d love to connect.

What is drive time from airport to Pigeon Forge?

What’s the end goal driving your real estate journey?

Higher interest rates, higher inventory and the economy drives the market towards a buyers market. 

I'm based in CA (Palm Desert area) and I've considered 3 options. 1) A condo in Palm Desert (10min drive) -- I have my eyes set to a community of 2bd/1bath townhomes, where they sell for about 240k, with about $400 HOA.

Common methods include public records for pre-foreclosures, probate, tax delinquent properties, and absentee owners; online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and specialized lead apps; networking with wholesalers, real estate attorneys, and other agents; and driving for dollars to spot distressed properties.

Just wondering the best way to drive traffic to these direct booking sites besides repeat guests & social media.I am referring to a small image in the bottom of a corner that is partially translucent.