The April 2025 report from the Austin Board of REALTORS® shows fairly stable pricing in the face of softening buyer demand compared to the previous spring selling season.

We had a tour business for a number of years that got around 25% of its business from Airbnb Experiences.

Those are still getting hammered by underwriters.That said, we’ve had more success this year by getting creative with how we present the risk:Breaking out coverage by phase or buildingHighlighting strong roof, wiring, and fire protectionStructuring master policies for better efficiencyIf anyone’s dealing with challenges in their insurance program — or just wants a second set of eyes — feel free to reach out.

.: Quote from @Owen Rosen: What type of properties? 

When you show the unit, ask folks what they liked about it, try to see if there is something unique or extra marketable about your property or if the interest was mostly price based. 

I have no debt, a good stable job making about $60k+ gross, and $20k saved up with about $10k in my 401k that I'm thinking about using some if not all of it towards the closing costs of the home I want to buy.

You should not be declaring that portion of the income at all.

I have been looking to do one, I see lots that are available, been speaking to GCs to get a rough idea on what it would take to build one.

So, if you’re borrowing at a fixed 12%, and the ROI is 14%, and you require a risk premium of 5%, you have a losing investment over a statistically verifiable number of investments.

One of the key points for us to think further about is the LLC vs. personal designation and what lending options are available for each so that we can make an informed decision.In addition, I've appreciated the connects with several of you and will send DMs.