Treated your property like it was a cathedral. 10/10 would host their honeymoon too.5.

While it's old news that Airbnb has implemented a hosting quality system for listings and removed 400,000+ from their platform since 2023, the impact in Anchorage on the broader investment market has been more recent. 

The Best Cheap Markets:Amarillo, TXBaton rouge, LADes Moines, IARichmond, VAFayetteville NCThe best mid priced marketsCharlotte, NCGreen bay, WIKansas city, MOTampa, FLLancaster, PABest high-end markets Moab, UTRockaway beach, ORCharleston, SCGulf shores, ALSarasota, FLNone of these are slam dunks if you buy overpriced and don't care as a host.

Luckily Chicago hosts many meetups, some are posted in the Real Estate Classifieds here on BP.

I agree with John, there are so many things you did right especially as a first time rental host! 

***** Due to technical issues, we're going to host July 16thmeetup at Old National Bank at 3540 Hobson Road, Woodridge, IL 60517 https://g.co/kgs/BqA92Zm The DuPage County Real Estate Investors group (since 2016) was started to provide a platform for DuPage County (and surrounding areas)...Hosted by:Mike Barbari - Old National Bank

The property owner signs a lease and begins collecting passive income.CompensationAgreements may offer either fixed monthly payments or a share of the revenue generated by the charging station.Properties Best Suited for EV ChargingCertain property types are particularly well-positioned to host EV chargers:Retail centers and malls – Allow customers to charge while shopping.Office buildings – Appeal to tenants and employees with EVs.Multifamily units – Increasingly sought after by renters.Industrial parks – Growing demand for fleet vehicle charging.Hotels – Overnight guests often plan their stays based on charging access.Added Value to Your PropertyEV charging can enhance more than just income:Improves tenant satisfactionIncreases lease renewal likelihoodContributes to environmental and sustainability goalsDifferentiates your property in a competitive marketFinancial IncentivesGovernment and utility-backed programs can significantly offset installation costs:Federal Tax Credit – Up to 30% of the project cost, capped at $100,000 per charging unitState and Utility Rebates – Vary by location, with some offering generous subsidiesThese programs are often accessible when working in partnership with charging providers or developers.What Charging Networks Look ForTo be considered for a partnership, a property generally needs to offer:Reliable electrical infrastructure (240V or higher)Accessible, visible off-street parkingSteady foot or vehicle trafficParking situations with longer dwell times (10+ minutes)Steps to Explore the OpportunityEvaluate Your SiteConsider tenant needs, traffic patterns, and parking layout.Reach Out to Charging ProvidersExplore options with companies seeking site partnerships.Review Lease Terms CarefullyLegal guidance is recommended to ensure the agreement aligns with your interests.Communicate With TenantsOnce installed, let tenants or occupants know about the new amenity.ConclusionElectric vehicle charging is not just a modern convenience—it’s a step toward the future of real estate.

Instead, it mirrored the Broker Certification I’d previously attended: 3 days of scripted upselling, minimal content, and pressure to buy more.On Day 2, I privately messaged the host about the $2,500 price drop.

If you end up hating it, you can always hire a PM or Co-Host. 2.

Do you want different host accounts or just different payment accounts?