Do you agree that while the raising interest rates will “suck” it probably will not create to dramatic of an uptick in commercial foreclosures or am I off here?

Option 3 generally gets you a boost of cash faster than rentals but do need to consider capital gains tax.

I use a lot of the custom promotions to get boosts during the low season, and I like how it makes the guests seem like they are getting a deal.

We have always performed any repairs (and replaced roofs) when they have asked us to.I'm getting a bit frustrated with these folks mostly due to their poor communication, and their dropping us without explanation, and the dramatic rate increases. 

Outdoor pools are dramatically affected by the amount of sunlight and any public pool or shared MF pool need chemical testing two to three times daily to allow for adjustments to keep the water crystal clear.

I was trying to make a point for new investors that from year to year the numbers can be dramatically different and you must be prepared for the down years.

Rents and vacancy will vary dramatically based on the neighborhood.I live in Brooklyn myself and appraise real estate there and in Manhattan.

This rehab was relatively easy but we realized that a simple conversion of the downstairs dining room into a master suite would boost the ARV by 15-20K so we followed that route.

Craigslist - houses for sale / for rent /  real estate services Facebook - create a business page, pay for likes and to "boost" postsGoogle - use adwords (pay per click)BP - the market place..  

My day job is in the gas industry that has provided a great boost to the local economy and real estate prices.