📅 Effective Date: Official enforcement begins January 1, 2026. Owners can start applying on August 1, 2025 📄 Registration Fee: $275 per property, renewed yearly 🔐 Operate Legally? Only with a valid Certificate of Registration displayed inside the front door, plus a visible 24‑hour emergency contact number ❌ No Party Palaces: Advertising as event venues is now banned—strictly no prom nights or ragers ⚠️ Revocation Triggers: - Two or more code violations in a year (noise, litter, fire code, etc.) can revoke your cert. - If you’ve got 3 revoked listings within two years, they might yank all your licenses—and no reapplying for a year. ✅ Bonus Rule: Hosts must complete annual human-trafficking awareness training as part of the certification process

I am curious what conferences everyone is attending in 2025. I would love to meet some others from this group.

Hey friends, Today I want to share something that isn't in most real estate courses. The path to freedom through entrepreneurship and investing isn't linear—it's filled with moments that test every ounce of your resolve. This past year, I hit what felt like rock bottom. After being unexpectedly fired in Aug 2024 due to my "side hustle," I found myself juggling substantial debt while simultaneously trying to keep my startup alive with just $10-15K in the bank. There were moments I genuinely didn't know how I would make payroll or support my family. Here's what I learned that might help you: **When one door closes, scout the entire building** When my $1M funding fell through, I was devastated. But that "no" eventually led to an opportunity to list $40-50M in commercial properties—potentially generating more income than the funding I originally sought. The rejection I initially viewed as catastrophic actually opened a far better door. **Your network becomes your lifeline** The relationships I had nurtured for years suddenly became the bridge over troubled waters. Previous clients stepped up with opportunities I never would have accessed without our established trust. **Strategic real estate investments provide runway during turbulence** What's wild is that this spring, summer and fall, my STR properties have become part of my financial lifeline. My seaside property during spring/summer rental months and my College Station property during fall football season are helping keep me afloat in this difficult season. They're not fully replacing my income, but they're helping maintain cash flow while I continue building wealth through appreciation, debt pay down, and tax advantages. The very investments I took significant risk on are now providing the stability I desperately need. **Financial setbacks can be spiritual and strategic resets** Being financially "zeroed out" forced me to rebuild with intention. I had to question every expense, evaluate every opportunity with fresh eyes, and eliminate financial habits that weren't serving my greater vision. I believe God sometimes empties our vessel completely to prepare us for something greater.

Hey FIA Fam! I'm beyond excited to share that my new show, The Freedom Investor Podcast, has officially launched! What's It All About? This podcast sits at the intersection of Faith & Real Estate - two pillars that have transformed my own life and investment journey. We'll explore how to be exceptional stewards of our finances here on earth while simultaneously storing up treasures in heaven. As real estate investors, we know the power of financial freedom, but true freedom goes deeper. That's what this podcast aims to uncover. What You Can Expect: - Practical real estate investment strategies (short term rentals & commercial real estate) - Faith-based perspectives on wealth building & deepening our relationship with the Lord - Interviews with successful investors who balance purpose and profit - Actionable steps to achieve both financial and spiritual freedom I Need Your Support! As valued members of our Freedom Investor Academy community, I'd love for you to: - Listen to our first episode - Follow the podcast on your favorite platform - Share it with friends who might benefit - Let me know what topics YOU want me to cover Listen to the first episode here: Spotify Link I'm incredibly grateful for this community and excited to continue this journey with you all as we seek "true freedom" together! To your success, Matt

Matt Sanderson and the Co-host bros will be doing a live on Facebook and YouTube on how to get your next deal using StrIQ. If you want to watch from somewhere else here is the streamyard link. https://streamyard.com/ja9uwx8fbw If you want a reminder or the FB event link sign up here 👇 https://hooray-stays.kit.com/9164da334e P.S. Come for the fun, stay for the knowledge. P.S. There may be some giveaways... You will have to join to find out! �