From there, you can send a personalized letter or postcard that emphasizes a genuine, low-pressure interest in the property—focus on being local, experienced, and ready to make a smooth deal.

She emphasized the essence of cultivating trusted relationships in real estate, transcending mere transactions.

Additionally, updating your photos and captions to emphasize comfort, convenience, and accessibility will better align your property with what today’s staycationers are searching for.The second trend Airbnb is tracking is “Star Chasers”:Travelers are planning trips specifically around concerts, sports events, festivals, and other entertainmentProperties near stadiums, amphitheaters, arenas, racetracks, or event grounds are seeing increased demandGuests are looking for accommodations that are walkable or a short drive from major venuesHosts in these areas should optimize their listings by including proximity references in the title and description, such as “5 mins to concert venue,” to immediately appeal to event-driven travelers.

Emphasize that in the description "brand new to the market" or "be one of our first guests!

One thing I'd emphasize is building a strong local team before pulling the trigger on a property.

It emphasizes the importance of staying invested for the long term rather than trying to perfectly time when to buy or sell.

I like how everyone here is emphasizing patience.

At the hearing, you can present your 2023 purchase price and argue that even with some market appreciation, a jump to $690K (or even $650K) is excessive compared to your actual market value.Also, I wouldn't stress too much about not having a ton of comps, your recent closing disclosure and settlement statement are strong evidence, especially if you emphasize the property's current condition hasn’t materially changed.

Market it as a “boutique STR support company” and emphasize your hands-on experience.Another route some people take is STR co-hosting or property management, where you assist other investors in managing bookings, communications, and turnovers in exchange for a percentage of revenue.

A high lead test makes parents legitimately nervous and even the most tolerant can turn into mama bears.I can’t emphasize enough how seriously you should take this and how you should not do any shortcuts right now..I may be painting the worst case scenario but it is also a distinctly realistic one.