Quote from @Tyler Ligan: Hello all, Soon to be first time investor here touring properties and looking to get into a rental soon.

Hey @Nhi Ly, if you’re planning to buy in the next 6 months, I’d recommend coming out once to tour neighborhoods in person.

Since then, we've seen a noticeable drop in Airbnb bookings. 

You’ll record that “sale” on LLC #1’s books — debit cash (from the refinance proceeds) and credit the property asset off your books.

You can tour a range of submarkets—Northside vs.

That BRRRR book was written a long time ago in very different market conditions.

Yes, at the very least, a first step is to immediately contact the booking site, talk to customer service and find out what your options are.

Those books are definitely some eye openers!

There are several other out-of-state cities that can give you stronger cash flow and easier scaling, especially as a long-distance investor.Other Markets to Consider:Akron / Canton, OH – Very affordable, excellent rent-to-price ratios, stable economyHuntsville, AL – High job growth, strong appreciation, landlord-friendlyBirmingham, AL – Low purchase prices, reliable cash flow, good PM infrastructureColumbus, GA – Military + manufacturing presence = stable rents, growing job marketTips for Picking the Right Market:Run the numbers first – GRM, cap rate, cash flow after taxes, insurance, PM fees, and vacancyTalk to local property managers – get real maintenance & turnover costsVisit or virtually tour neighborhoods – check schools, crime, amenitiesUse conservative underwriting – always build in a cushionI’d suggest comparing 2–3 of these markets side by side before making your first purchase.

If I go with Tenant A, I’ll likely drop my property manager (she’s been unresponsive — I even had to send a family member to give a tour).