Hi Loren,For tracking property details like upgrades, notes, and other specifics, many investors use a combination of tools.

Combined with relatively high operating costs, these factors will make long-term profitability challenging.Bottom line: I would not invest in Fargo, ND.

What caused you to need QB rather than using Buildium's accounting functionality? 

Fifteen-year debt is also a forcing function.

Hi everyone,I’ve been spending some time researching renovation strategies that actually support house hacking—not just visually, but functionally and financially—especially for older single-family homes and small multifamily properties.I recently came across PULSESUN after watching a short YouTube video that discussed renovation from a structure-first perspective rather than a cosmetic one(YouTube link for context: https://youtu.be/b-KVwt6CYMQ).What stood out to me was the focus on layout efficiency, light flow, and long-term usability, which feels especially relevant when you’re living in one unit while renting out others.From a house hacking standpoint, this type of renovation approach seems useful for:Creating clearer separation between owner-occupied and rental spacesImproving circulation and natural light to increase perceived unit qualityPrioritizing durable materials to reduce maintenance while living on-siteMaking renovation decisions with long-term tenant turnover in mindFor those of us house hacking while managing tenants under the same roof, these design and planning choices can matter just as much as rent numbers—sometimes even more.Curious to hear from others here:When house hacking, do you focus more on layout changes or surface upgrades?

Cheap land here is not a function of unusability.

⸻Final ThoughtsHealthcare and medical real estate combines essential demand, long-term leases, strong tenants, and demographic tailwinds into a single asset class that prioritizes stability and predictable income.

For B-/C+, I would think function over form. 

YouTube is probably full of great content on budgeting and all the other functions you listed.

STR is the priority — we need a true channel manager that combines calendars across booking platforms (Airbnb/Vrbo, ideally Booking.com too) to prevent double bookings, plus solid guest messaging/automation.