One of the bathrooms has a 30x30 shower that’s very small but could be expanded if we knock down a linen closet.

Using margin loans against appreciating securities to fund RE acquisitions and then reinvesting the cash flow is clever.

It's not uncommon to have to replace linens and other things between each tenant. 

STR friendly..04 Acre lot. 2,550 sq feet.Description:Master bedroom w/ walk-in closet, linen closet, huge bathroom w/ free standing tub, his/her's shower, his/her's sinks, private walk out deck with lighting.Spacious first floor w/ quartz countertops, 70 sq ft of cabinet space and brand new stainless steel appliances. 5 ton central ac/heat.In the backyard there's a deck that span's the length of the house and a small deck in the front.Paved driveway that can fit 4+ carsAll brand new construction.                                                                                                     

Interesting, I like the partial waive of contingency thats clever.

And if you draw the eye to the appeal and comfort of newer quilts, duvets, linens, etc., that might be enough.For example, in any of the bedrooms, I don't think the furniture has to match but the different tones of wood- stand out to me more (and less in a good way).You've also got bears as a motif.

Why isn't some clever capitalist coming up with a solution for this market gap!

I don't use AI for anything besides helping me create clever descriptions for my listings when I am creating them or updating them.

This is something I always stress and make very clear:STR investing is not just buying a property and listing it on a platform for rent.A short-term rental is essentially a hospitality asset.It’s not a hotel or a motel, but it absolutely falls under the same scope — operating a business that provides both a service and an experience to the client.Like most hospitality assets, the majority of your costs come from:• Turnover and cleaning/ Preparing the unit for the next guests                                                                                                                                           • Restocking paper towels, toilet paper, soaps, towels, linens/ Stocking up all these supplies upfront• Ongoing wear on mechanical systems — HVAC, plumbing, appliances, water heaters, etc.This is why many STR owners choose to hire specialized STR property managers — firms that already have the systems, staff, and client base to book properties months in advance.

Make sure your model includes:Furnishing/design + housewares (this can be a big chunk, especially if you want it to compete visually)Security system / smart locks / thermostatConsumables + linens + duplicatesProfessional photosInitial repairs + inspection surprisesPermits/HOA rules (if applicable)Even a modest setup can materially change your cash-on-cash return in year 1, so it’s worth pricing this upfront.3) About Vine City/English specificallyYou’re thinking in the right direction on appreciation drivers (downtown proximity, universities), but with STRs you’ll also want to factor in:Guest comfort/perception (this can affect conversion rate, ADR, reviews)Insurance costs and any risk premiumProperty condition and ongoing maintenance expectationsIn other words: it might be a strong long-term play, but run both the cash-flow case and the appreciation case separately so you’re not forcing STR cash flow to do the heavy lifting.4) Should you consider other markets?