Generally speaking if you do anything the OTA's are pushing you will get a boost in visibility and therefore bookings. 

If you do plan on finishing the basement, here are a couple of ways it can add value:Resale value: A finished basement often boosts square footage and market appeal, which can increase the property’s resale price or rental income potential.Tax benefits if it’s a rental: Renovation costs (like framing, drywall, plumbing, etc.) get added to your property’s basis and can be depreciated over 27.5 years.

@Andrew Bosworth thanks a ton that was inspiring and has given me a boost of confidence! 

Or can use retirement assets to boost income without EVER TAKING a draw (and you don't even have to be retirement age).

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Quick Tips:Rehab: Start with light fixes (paint, flooring) to boost value—check Zillow for local ARV.

Renting by the room can definitely boost cash flow, but it usually comes with more hands-on management.

Lenders view that more cleanly than a retail contractor loan.Pay cash if you can swing it — then it’s just a capital improvement that boosts the property value, no monthly hit to your DTI.If selling soon: a new metal roof is a great selling point.

The piece highlighted how investors are turning to performing notes as a stable alternative to traditional real estate investments.As someone actively involved in this space, I wanted to open up a discussion:Have you considered investing in mortgage notes?

Performing notes offer steady cash flow with less hassle than managing property.