The Lehigh Valley market remains strong on the long-term rental side. 

Hey everyone,I’ve been noticing more investors shifting toward medium-term rentals (MTRs) — especially with cities tightening STR regulations and longer leases getting squeezed by slower rent growth.It seems like the 3–6 month rental space (travel nurses, relocations, contract workers) is offering a nice balance of cash flow and stability — without the constant turnover of short-term stays.For those already in this space:How are you structuring leases (furnished vs. semi-furnished)?

Esteban, it may be slightly different because I target multi-family buildings, but I always look for a value-add deal with the intention of holding long term.

Switching tactics to long term.

I’m thinking 6 months to start just to make sure they’re a good tenant before a long term lease.

The rent is below market, and I’ve had ongoing issues with the tenant.I’m thinking about leasing it out for a different type of use — something more stable, long-term, and low-maintenance.

Other than Zillow, what are the best sites to advertise a rental, single family, long-term?

Sounds like in your situation a cash out refinance would be the better option since it is less risk and you can get a lower payment/rate verus a heloc.There is a lot of issues than can arise with a Heloc which is the same as a credit card verus liquid reserves tax free cash in hand that can be used as an asset for PITI reserves or collateral in general for compensating factors in underwriting or rate/term qualifications.I enjoy helping other BP members save more time and money I say it a lot here on the BP forum but its super helpful to avoid mistkes and lost deals as well.  

Quote from @Malachi Gutt: Hi all , I want to step into the multi family and apartment building world.

Many hate on Chicago tenant friendly laws onlie but as long as you buy in a good side of town where there are good tenants these laws have 0 influence on the management and I would assume the same is true for other tenant friendly cities as long as you buy in the nice side of that city.