Does investing in short-term rentals make sense at 7% mortgage rates? (Ep579)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the current market for short-term rentals, highlighting the impact of rising interest rates and fluctuating home prices. The episode advises hosts to analyze markets individually, consider negotiation opportunities, and be wary of properties bought during peak market conditions.
Key Insights
- •US rental performance for the last six months is slightly below 2021-2022 levels, but still considerably above 2019 levels.
- •The 30-year US fixed mortgage rate is near 7.5%, which is comparable to the start of the century.
- •The market is experiencing a 'shadow demand' with many potential buyers waiting for interest rates or purchase prices to shift.
- •Home prices have tripled, though there has been a slight dip in prices. Interest rates rising do not yet appear to have significantly decreased prices.
Action Items
- ✓Analyze your specific market to determine if it is a good time to invest in short-term rentals, taking into account interest rates and prices.Effort: mediumImpact: medium
- ✓Consider the potential for negotiation and lower purchase prices due to the higher interest rates.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Watch Out For
- ⚠Avoid overpaying for properties or assuming that market trends will remain the same.
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