I'm seeing a number of houses for sale in the Atlanta area that mention being a PadSplit host. Of course the supposed monthly rent looks amazing. Has anyone been a PadSplit host before? Were the rents as advertised? W...

Quote from @Giovanni Choisne: With the recent severe weather and other unexpected issues that can come up during a project, I’ve been thinking more about how experienced investors factor in the things you can’t always see upfront.Even when the numbers look solid, surprises like weather damage, delays, or hidden repairs can change the outcome quickly.

Sellers control aspirations, and the market controls outcomes.

I frame it as additional ways to achieve their outcome if traditional financing becomes a barrier, so it feels consultative rather than pushy. 

The key to strong outcomes is looking at neighborhoods, not the whole city.

By moving quickly and matching the property with the right buyer, the team capitalized on market demand and completed an efficient transaction.What was the outcome?

Financing gets treated as something to “figure out later,” and by the time a contract is signed, optionality is already gone.In my experience, the best outcomes happen when financing is discussed before LOI, not after.

I actually *just* addressed a question like this the other day here so I'll drop that response here again:"If you’re only going to pick one OOS market, I’d zoom out a bit before locking onto a specific city.Winston-Salem and Greensboro can both work, but they’re very neighborhood-driven and the outcomes vary a lot depending on asset class and execution.

Lowest rate doesn’t always equal best outcome — especially for investors managing timelines and exits.What factors do you prioritize most when choosing financing for an investment deal?

Each upgrade was aligned with local buyer expectations to maximize resale value.What was the outcome?