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How Much Is It to Finish a Basement for an ADU?

How Much Is It to Finish a Basement for an ADU?

by Christopher Murray | Last updated Feb 2, 2023 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, Real Estate Investing | 10 comments

When it comes to home improvement projects, finishing a basement can be vastly rewarding. Not only can it extend the livable space of a house, but it can be a great place to entertain company, house guests, and earn extra income as an accessory dwelling unit. So how...
What Is a Landlord Insurance Policy & How Much Coverage Do I Need?

What Is a Landlord Insurance Policy & How Much Coverage Do I Need?

by Christopher Murray | Last updated Jan 10, 2023 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, General Property Management, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 8 comments

Just like homeowners, landlords need property insurance coverage.  Too little coverage leaves you exposed to losses when and if your property suffers damage. But too much landlord insurance coverage is an unnecessary expense each month.  Which means you need to strike...
Creative Ways to Invest in Real Estate With Little Money

Creative Ways to Invest in Real Estate With Little Money

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Jul 7, 2022 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 12 comments

Not many new real estate investors enter the game with unlimited funds. Most of us need to figure out how to invest in real estate with little money. In fact, some people start investing in real estate with just $1,000. But that limits your options, so how do you...
What Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit? How to Score Free Housing with ADUs

What Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit? How to Score Free Housing with ADUs

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Feb 10, 2023 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, Personal Finance, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate News, Spark Blog | 8 comments

Heard the acronym ADU thrown around recently, and wonder what it means? Or, for that matter, what the term accessory dwelling unit means? They go by many names: guest house, casita, granny flat, granny pod, in-law suite, income suite, or backyard cottage. Whatever...
How to Be an Airbnb Host: 14 Tips for Fast Success

How to Be an Airbnb Host: 14 Tips for Fast Success

by G. Brian Davis | Last updated Nov 2, 2022 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, General Property Management, Leasing Issues, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 24 comments

Ever been curious about how to be an Airbnb host? How much extra income could you earn, if you transitioned a property from a long-term to short-term rental? We tracked down several Airbnb experts to explain how to become a host for Airbnb with minimal fuss and...
Mashvisor Review: How Well Does Mashvisor Work for Real Estate Investors?

Mashvisor Review: How Well Does Mashvisor Work for Real Estate Investors?

by Michael Lewis | Last updated Nov 25, 2022 | Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals, Real Estate Investing, Spark Blog | 10 comments

Despite the promises of fast-talking, out-of-town promoters who invite the naive to “free” Get-Rich-Quick seminars in a local hotel, building passive income through rental properties is neither simple nor guaranteed. Real estate profits are limited by the...
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