How we look at buying vs rental arbitrage strategy

Michael ChangDec 25, 20220m 40s99 viewsScore 75
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Summary

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Michael Chang discusses considerations for whether to buy property or use rental arbitrage for STR, focusing on market research, risk assessment, and profitability. The analysis highlights the differing levels of financial risk when owning vs. renting and the potential profitability of large-unit STRs.

Key insights

  • When managing short-term rentals, the amount of work is similar whether you have a smaller 2-bedroom or a larger 5-6 bedroom property.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Avoid buying properties in markets that are untested for short-term rentals, due to the financial risk of owning the asset.

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