We privately financed it then we cleaned it, moved al the furniture out and made it look as good as it can.

If you’re floating repairs, furniture, and off-season vacancy out of pocket, it’s going to bleed fast.3.

The great thing is on the larger furniture items with Costco you schedule the delivery.

Given I'd have to pay for electricity, WiFi, HOA, taxes, furniture, repairs , etc. the upside didn't seem worth it.

I first had someone I screened so carefully ditch on their lease and not pay rent, and they left me with an entire apartment full of furniture- upstairs, no less.  

A pro photographer with HDR settings can transform the feel.Staging: Even small changes—like removing extra furniture or using light-colored bedding—can make spaces look bigger and more modern.Vintage Details: Highlight them intentionally—buyers love “character” when it’s framed as a feature rather than a flaw.The Cranes Wall Art: Right now, the cranes are visually memorable, but for the wrong reason—it’s a very specific taste.

You can mitigate a lot by buying good used USA made furniture like @John Underwood said.

Sometimes Rabbu can lean optimistic depending on the market.CapEx & reserves: You mentioned it, but make sure you’ve built in enough buffer for big-ticket items (roof, HVAC, furniture refresh).

When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that land itself is not depreciable.

Concerning the competitiveness of the price I think it's pretty good considering I would be taking good care of my guests, all the bills would be included with a good plafond and considering all the furniture is pretty new and high quality.Thanks again for your feedback!