They read something or get a quote on something from a guy on Facebook or craigslist and don't accept any quotes on work orders from the pm groups because they are "too expensive".

If you’re curious about the model/assumptions or want a copy of the spreadsheet for educational use, please send me a direct message and I’ll share a read-only version after a quick intro.This is intended as a learning post for investors evaluating STR vs long-term multifamily economics.

If you’re curious about the model/assumptions or want a copy of the spreadsheet for educational use, please send me a direct message and I’ll share a read-only version after a quick intro.This is intended as a learning post for investors evaluating STR vs long-term multifamily economics.

I've been listening to real estate investment podcasts for years, as well as reading all of the books I can get my hands on.

You’ll learn more in that first year of being both tenant and landlord than most people ever do reading about it.Stick with it you’re thinking like an investor already, and this first move can set you up for a lifetime of opportunity.

Finding a mentor:There's tons of info you can read on these forums about how to find mentors, so I won't re-hash that... but, before you go spending time and effort trying to find a mentor, I'd suggest first stepping back and asking yourself: do you actually NEED a mentor at this stage, and what are the ramifications of actually having a mentor?

You should read more.

Although I can tell you from experience that a lot of people don't even read the listing entirely and just click apply if they like the look of it.

I just read a post that suggested to use the time now to plan for starting on Jan 1st.

I've read through the IRS publication 523.