The Short Term Show Jane Ng’s Path to Financial Freedom with STRs and Co-Hosting
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Jul 9, 2025 Join Jane Ng, a Bay Area real estate investor who turned to property management after facing her daughter's health challenges. She shares her journey from long-term rentals to four successful short-term rentals in California and ten co-hosted properties. Jane emphasizes the importance of selecting overlooked markets and balancing personal and financial motivations. She also discusses the risks posed by unpredictable weather and shares savvy tips for new real estate investors seeking time freedom while managing family life.
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Jane’s Real Estate Pivot Story
- Jane Ng pivoted to real estate investing after her daughter's health challenges made traditional work impossible.
- She started with an out-of-state long-term rental and grew to manage short-term rentals and co-hosting properties successfully.
Long-Term Rental Origins and Exit
- Jane bought long-term rental homes via a wholesaler in New Orleans, starting at $50,000 each.
- She used a 1031 exchange to move investments into Arkansas and sold homes to avoid hurricane risks.
Unique California STR Properties
- Jane's short-term rentals in California wine country capitalize on highway traffic and road trip stopovers.
- One unique property sleeps 16 and includes a pickleball court and game room, appealing to different guest types.
