STRs can be tax-efficient if the underlying operation works.

And that’s the foundation of the “Power of 10” framework I now teach clients.

That remark made us realize the power we held in negotiating terms that aligned with our goals.Negotiation isn't just about accepting what's given.

My focus right now is understanding rental properties, deal analysis, and what actually drives cash flow (not just what looks good on paper).I come from a tech and strategy background, so I’m also building simple AI-powered tools to help investors analyze deals, pricing, and rental potential more efficiently.

It's about having the power to invest in assets you know, understand, control, and therefore can create predictable outcomes.

I had the guy who installed it tweak the sensors, up the heat level, and put in more efficient showerheads.

The Power of Tangible LeverageIn the stock market, you generally trade dollar-for-dollar (unless you are trading on margin, which carries immense risk).

Value-Add Multifamily StrategyValue-add multifamily refers to the strategy of purchasing older or underperforming apartment buildings, improving them through renovations and operational efficiencies, and then increasing the property’s value and cash flow.

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 ...

Hey Aidan,The best ways to “add value” to a property are upgrades that improve function, efficiency, and desirability while also supporting higher rents:1.