Jordan Bodenhamer's Blog Posts

There are over 100 vacation rental management options in the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Vacation Rental Market right now. Add in the flood of self-managed cohosting arrangements, and it can feel

If you own a home, tax season is not just something to survive. It is an opportunity. Every year I remind my clients, friends, and fellow homeowners that real estate is not only about appreciation

Vacasa, Casago, and What Really Happened to the Big Box National PlayerIf you’ve been in the Gulf Coast vacation rental world for any length of time, you’ve watched the rise and fall of

If you’ve been paying attention this year, you’ve probably heard whispers about something called The Big Beautiful Bill. It’s more than political talk, for real estate investors,

Why Occupancy Rates Don’t Tell the Whole Story in Vacation RentalsIn the vacation rental industry, people, and even some companies, often obsess over occupancy rates, but the truth is,

Home Warranties: Not Always the Hero They’re Advertised to BeIf you’ve ever bought a house, chances are someone, somewhere, tried to sell you on a home warranty.“Peace of mind!

Buy the Beach Life... Literally!Every other week, I’ll be spotlighting properties within our current Young's Suncoast Realty & Vacation Rentals rental portfolio that are currently listed

Time to sell and downsize? How to buy your next home in cash with the equity you have built.Friday June 13th, 2025For Sellers, Infographics, Senior Market, Downsize, EquitySome

Here are seven practical tips for purchasing your first Gulf Coast income-producing property: 1. Understand the Local MarketPartner with an agent with longevity in our area. They need to

Attention Investors:Right now, there’s a flood of bad information floating around about what vacation rentals in our destination can and will actually produce especially in our current travel

As you may or may not know, securing financing for a short-term rental (STR) isn’t the same as getting a traditional mortgage. Lenders look at different factors—cash flow, market trends,

Avoid these 5 common STR Financing Mistakes Financing your short-term rental? Make sure you’re not falling into these all-too-common traps:1.    Underestimating Cash Flow

Showing an investment property during peak season is not for the faint of heart. While the fundamentals—ensuring the property is clean, fresh, and welcoming—are important, the real

Owning a home comes with financial advantages, and tax season is the perfect time to maximize the benefits available to homeowners. Several deductions and credits can lead to significant savings

When searching for your perfect condo or home, there are always 3 big questions we need to ask.: 1.     Is this property governed by an HOA and if so, what are the fees?2.

What is an HOA?January 17, 2024For most anyone looking to purchase a condo or house in our resort area, the term HOA pops up at every turn. Chances are an HOA down here is slightly different than

Welcome! I’ve been sitting on the idea of writing a blog for several years now.  As a 4th generation native of Baldwin County, born and raised in Gulf Shores, AL., and as a family member