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5d •
Rookie Mistake or Hidden Opportunity?
We recently found a property we were excited about as our first STR. We had big plans for the design and amenities to turn it into a premier family destination. For context, I do have an established interior design business, so I’m confident we can deliver a top-notch experience in terms of design and amenities. Then we ran the numbers. We used STRIQ, filled out our buy box, and analyzed the property—and it came back with a 0.0/10 with high confidence. Now we’re second-guessing everything. Maybe it’s excitement, maybe it’s optimism, but we keep telling ourselves the comps aren’t great comparisons since none of them offer the level of design and amenities we’re planning. At the same time, we’re very aware that we’re rookies—and we don’t want to strike out on our first deal. So I’d love some perspective from those with more experience: - Are there ever exceptions where you override the data? - Do strong design and amenities ever meaningfully outperform weak comps? - Or is the rule simple: if it doesn’t meet conservative minimums, you walk away—no matter how much potential you see? Appreciate any candid advice.
1 like • 5d
If it was me I wouldn’t be taking too many chances on the first deal, so I’d be following that simple rule at the end there. That said some people go all in and do very well (but as many don’t)
0 likes • 4d
@Rainie Graham I would yeah, but that’s just me, others may do it different. If it’s already green and you can still add the other pieces then you have a higher chance of success in my mind
Mar 11 •
Photography
Anyone used any great photographers in Texas, probably San Antonio/Austin based? Would be for one 2000sqft Hill country vibe house in Brenham (firepit, pool, hottub, game room) and 2 condos in Gruene (3 bed, shared pool, 1600 sqft). Thanks
0 likes • Mar 14
Hey, I’m away for Sorihg break but will connect next week thanks
Mar 5 •
Jax Beach Listing
Just came across a great STR opportunity in Jax Beach that I wanted to share with the group. As it sits, this property should gross around $225K–$250K per year with minimal work beyond furnishing. https://www.flexmls.com/share/DYnZl/2480-S-BEACH-Parkway-Jacksonville-Beach-FL-32250 If anyone in the community is looking for a strong STR in the Jacksonville Beach area, feel free to reach out. Happy to share more details.
0 likes • Mar 6
Looks like a great house and location, but how confident are you and why, on such high revenues? That’s a pretty high ADR and occupancy to hit $225-250k right?
1 like • Mar 7
Yeah love it thanks, great data and info! This isn’t the right house for me but I’m interested in that area and St Augustine so if you see anything else please let me know (probably aiming for 2nd half of the year to get serious). We are going to St Augustine this week to take a look around and see if we like it (so might change my mind but hopefully not ha). Cheers
Mar 4 •
Tiny home STR dripping springs
Saw this and has potential so figured I’d share https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/36916828
Jan 25 •
4 br w/ Beach views and $200k revenue potential
4/3 with identical floorplan to the next door neighbor currently grossing $200k revenue/yr. Just add pool/spa, putting green, and fire pit. I estimate that would take around $80k to match. Asking Price- $750k 26% Gross ROI https://s.hartech.io/zz25NmbwMq8
0 likes • Feb 4
Do you have the link to the one next door in airbnb? I can’t find it when looking, cheers
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@ben-temple-1723
Full time energy guy, part time investor, in HTX
Active 11h ago
Joined Sep 30, 2025
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