Self-Managing Short Term Rentals While Serving in the Military with Chris Watson

November 13, 2024 00:31:33
Self-Managing Short Term Rentals While Serving in the Military with Chris Watson
The Short Term Show
Self-Managing Short Term Rentals While Serving in the Military with Chris Watson

Nov 13 2024 | 00:31:33

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Show Notes

On this week's episode, Avery welcomes Chris Watson, a retired military veteran with 29 years of service, to share his journey into real estate. Chris discusses how his military background influenced his investment strategies, beginning with the purchase of a home in 2006. Chris also shared insights into his property portfolio, which includes nine STRs and one LTR, spread across the Smoky Mountains and the Emerald Coast. He discussed the importance of having a diverse range of property sizes to ensure steady income throughout the year. They also talked about the importance of adaptability in the short term rental market. Chris emphasized that treating your rental properties like a business and being willing to adapt to market changes is crucial for success. He shared his own experiences of managing properties remotely, even while deployed, by building a reliable team on the ground.

 

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