Form a c-corp or LLC and make that entity the owner and you are the property manager.  

Instead, you get:✅ Higher cash flow than traditional long-term rentals✅ Lower vacancy risk compared to short-term rentals✅ Reliable tenants like traveling nurses, corporate relocations, and digital nomadsIt’s the best of both worlds: less stress, consistent income, and tenants who value a well-maintained space.I coach investors and landlords who want to start or scale their midterm rental strategy — from setting up your unit, marketing it on the right platforms, to building a sustainable system that frees up your time while increasing your returns.If you’ve been curious about MTRs or want to know how it could fit into your current investing strategy, let’s connect.👉 Drop a comment or DM me — I’d be happy to help guide you through it.

I cannot subsequently purchase a property in DC and write-off or capitalize my Raleigh, NC exploration costs.Dang, there goes my taxpayer subsidized "explore America" plan!    

Since you own the land you’re in a strong position.Look for Georgia-based community banks or credit unions that offer construction to permanent loans for small investors.Set up a proper business entity like an LLC or S Corporation before starting construction to separate liability and qualify for tax deductions.Keep detailed records of all build costs as these become part of your property’s basis for depreciation.Once completed you can use cost segregation or accelerated depreciation to lower your taxable income.Consider lenders offering DSCR or investor-focused construction loans.

Seven years ago when I first moved to Oregon my theory was: "If you own a home and land anywhere desirable in America in twenty years you'll be considered the exception."

Many “corporate housing” or mid-term operators pitch that model but don’t always maintain the property like you would.If it were me, I’d:Take the long-term tenant if they’re solid and sign a 12-month lease.Revisit STR again next spring once demand picks back up.Or explore mid-term rentals (travel nurses, relocations) — can sometimes beat LTR rent without the volatility of Airbnb.My advice: you’re not wrong that STRs are oversaturated right now.

Operator Tips Build weekday demand (corporate/medical travel).

If you want even broader reach, try Apartments.com Corporate Housing section and Zumper Flex.Also, double-check your pricing against others in your exact zip — even being $100 over market for MTRs can kill responses.

You Need a Real Exit StrategyIf your numbers only work as a nightly rental and cannot work as a mid-term rental (30 to 120 days), a long-term rental, or a corporate housing unit, then the investment may not be stable.

You can rent to them (via a corporate lease) for a lot more than standard rent.