Stay in real estate products, not businesses. 

Between DSCR, bridge loans, and refinances, investors today have several tools to build momentum and scale portfolios.From a lender’s perspective, which products do you see clients using most effectively to grow faster?

Hi @Mina Spice Renting properties to sober living operators can be a great way to make an impact while keeping your investment productive.

Ive never used it but I have a local PM who does and he swears by itThis is an example Truvi sent me of their Guest Journey that was required for bookings to be covered by some of their better insurance products (https://truvi.storylane.io/share/ws8egjzstevc). 

Which product makes the most sense depends on your goals, how quickly you want to recycle funds, and the rental income the property generates.As for the LLC question, many investors do hold properties in an LLC for liability protection and scaling, but that’s more of a tax/legal structure decision.

Paid $25/turn to cleaner to balance the water- Drain & Fill is about 2 to 3 months at $150 Guest education – I built an SOP for guests with both a video and written guide showing exactly how to use the hot tub and when to add shock.Right products – use Aquadoc chemicals only; that’s the best tip I can give you.Liability protection – I set up waiver/house rule forms for guests to acknowledge (no signatures needed, just confirmation they reviewed it).In short, your co-host should be handling all these steps to both keep the hot tub in top shape and reduce risk for your business.

Your PM should be able to explain their vendor standards, provide photos, and give you confidence the work is done right.A productive owner–PM relationship means you get clear reporting, timely updates, and professional recommendations — without needing to micromanage.

With any product or service, there are two reasons why something does sell/get rented out: the marketing or the price. 

I ask because I am working on an infill triplex design and we are trying to get it to pencil as a for sale product for investors, but also as build to rent buy and hold for ourselves.

It also puts you in a liability situation if they dont finish and close on time...give yourself some buffer on timing.Vacancy and demand - the winter isn't necessarily a bad time anymore; demand for high quality products is a year-round endeavor in Raleigh these days.