I've been investing in RE for 6 years part time and have very recently left my six figure career to pursue this full time with a wife and kids at home so I'm all in.

If you wanna chat lets connect. ( FYI - My wife is a real estate agent and we do flips/investment etc in bayarea ) 

Leverage from existing rental can be a beautiful thing but pulling from the correct bucket is crucial.

If I had to ballpark it I would say 20-30% higher than non themed comps that beautiful, just not themed. 

Hi Daniel,My wife and I purchased our second LTR last year.

My wife and I are hoping to secure a property by the end of the year but would love to have a good team already in place. 

Good question, this one’s tripped up a lot of investors.Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the 100% bonus depreciation applies only to assets both acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025.

My wife and I have enjoyed over 30 MTR stays in the past 48 months, most of them for 1-3 months.I agree completely with both your "Worth the investment" and your "Not worth splurging on" lists, with the possible exception of "Premium cookware!"

Under the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill," 100% bonus depreciation was reinstated for qualified property acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025.

But it is the reason why some hosts thrive long term while others lose money, shut down, or are forced to pivot under pressure.Let’s talk about what actually decides whether your short term rental succeeds.Why Market Selection Matters More Than Interior DesignYou can have the most beautifully designed property with every amenity guests love, but if the city suddenly restricts short-term rentals, the neighborhood pushes back, tourism demand is unstable, or licensing and tax costs eat into your margins, décor and pricing strategies won’t save the investment.