My initial findings and thought on overcoming that hurdle were to find properties that would still get financing with long term rent numbers (obviously shrinking the pool of metro-area properties) and then pivot to by-the-room after closing (also didn't state this in the post but I plan on financing through DSCR if that helps anyone else responding). 

Pushing for revenue/income scaling on a shrinking market base. 

With an influx of STR investor demand and a shrinking 2025 STR Participation window - its vital investors align or establish a qualified team to execute.

I am traveling out to the house the middle of September and I could really use some help from a reasonable and affordable handyman to help me remodel some bathrooms, flooring, and shrink a closet.

I’d love to hear from others who have invested in areas with shrinking populations or in similar situations.

When inflation runs high and debt service costs shrink, lower rates, the debt shirks buy the gap between inflation and the cost of money.  

(probably Detroit)  otherwise -- the supply of sub $100k housing is shrinking every month. 

Over the years, I’ve noticed that one thing quietly eats away at returns for both new and seasoned investors—tax treatment and deal structure.Too often I see:Great BRRRR deals that look strong on paper, but after depreciation recapture or a poorly timed refinance, the returns shrink dramatically.Investors selling a property without considering a 1031 exchange—losing 20–30% of equity to taxes.Partnerships where cash flow looks fine… until one partner’s tax situation is completely different from the other’s.Here’s my question to you all:1.

I'm in columbus oh doing these here  Robert:Build-to-rent is going well, but you have to bring some equity to the table because the cost to build gap to value is shrinking.

What This Means for Buyers, Sellers, and InvestorsStakeholderShort-Term StrategyLong-Term OutlookBuyersAct now before inventory shrinks; consider new builds for future flex.Benefit from price appreciation and infrastructure enhancements.SellersListings may attract high interest quickly.