I work closely with long-term buy-and-hold investors and understand the Southern Maryland/DMV market from both a legal and practical investment perspective.

I am curious if anyone has had success in other areas let me know.We are thinking of relocating as it looks like there is no end in sight for this.

Because 1031 is a federal statute and is practiced the same nationwide.  

STR vs MTR vs LTR in FresnoShort-Term Rentals (STRs): Fresno isn’t as high-demand for pure vacation stays compared to tourist hotspots, but there is an opportunity with corporate travelers, relocations, medical stays, and weekend bookings.

I usually spell it out as a monthly rate + a daily rate in the lease to keep it clean and transparent.What to include in your MTR lease:Utility caps (huge one — protects you from crazy electric bills)Cleaning expectations at move-out (and optional mid-stay cleanings)Clear no-subletting / no-party clauseMaintenance access language (24–48 hour notice, emergency access, etc.)Nashville-specific tip:You’ll get a mix of travel nurses, relocations, and corporate interns.

Start paying attention early to how the deal exits, not just how it’s bought.A few practical things to focus on when you’re helping on real deals:How rehab scope and timeline affect financing optionsWhat lenders actually look for when it comes time to refinanceWhere projects go sideways (budget creep, delays, overestimating ARV)A lot of new investors learn acquisition and rehab first, then get surprised when the refinance doesn’t pencil the way they expected.If you’re observing deals, ask questions like:“What does this need to look like to refi?”

Just trying to understand how this is typically handled and what others have seen in practice.

For the city, it’s a long-term move toward sustainable growth.I’ve been spending time inside the actual ordinance — not just summaries — and I’ll be sharing practical takeaways as this rolls out.If you own property in Manchester or are thinking about investing here, this is worth paying attention to.Happy to answer questions or dig into specific neighborhoods.

Thanks in advance — every insight helps make tools like this more practical for the community. 🙏 You're entering a very crowded market - so, if I were you (which I was at one point), I'd niche down hard into a PAINFUL part of a real estate investor's journey.

That said, while it’s best to aim for additional insured status, it can be difficult to enforce in practice, especially for smaller work assignments.