The strategy I began with 30 years ago, and the strategy I still invest with today.Everyone defines freedom differently.

While the whole 40+ page policy can be a lot to get through, I'd start with the occupancy requirement, how vacant is defined, and how they define a building or dwelling structure if your work has begun.Generally, there is an occupancy requirement with some buffer, maybe 30 days, maybe your policy gives you 45 or 60 days.

Here are some common ones I’ve heard:Build enough passive income to leave your job.Use rental cash flow to pay for children’s or grandchildren’s college.Revitalize neighborhoods while creating affordable housing.Rehab existing properties to boost rents and long-term value.Grow your net worth and leave a lasting inheritance.Supplement your paycheck with monthly cash flow.Capitalize on future market upticks by holding and renting now.Your Next StepSet aside 15–30 minutes this week to clearly define your real estate goals.

.🏛️ Local STR laws and zoning ordinances: Usually define short-term rentals as stays under 30 consecutive nights.🧾 Taxes and occupancy reports: Usually based on nights rented too.The only time "days" might matter is for insurance policies or local business licenses, but even then, they almost always convert it back to nights for consistency.Would you like me to check how your city or county specifically defines it?

It alls depends what you define light to heavy.

Focus on defining your niche, getting licensed and insured, and building systems early so you can scale smoothly.

The key to your success will be how the relationship is defined in the operating agreement for the property.

I am curious to know if anyone has any thoughts on the over rental market and appreciation aspects for the charlotte area.

Depends on how you define scaling. 

.- Property available during defined business hours for nonexclusive use by various customers.- Property used in an activity conducted by a partnership, S corporation, or joint venture in which the taxpayer holds an interest.