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Aerial view of Memphis skyline with industrial development in Southwest Memphis near xAI Colossus da
By Andrew Glisson April 6, 2026
xAI is pouring $30B+ into the Memphis metro. Here's what the largest AI investment in Tennessee history means for short-term and long-term rental investors.
Memphis rental property investor reviewing tax documents and financial statements for short-term and
By Andrew Glisson April 5, 2026
Memphis rental property tax strategy for 2026. 1099 reporting, bonus depreciation, cost segregation, and bookkeeping tips for STR and LTR investors.
Memphis downtown skyline at dusk with safe well-lit streets and tourist activity near Beale Street
By Andrew Glisson April 4, 2026
Memphis Airbnb safety concerns are outdated. Crime is down 27%, tourism hit $4.3B, and smart operators use screening to protect properties and guests. (156 chars)
Memphis long-term rental property managed by Longstep Property Solutions with in-house maintenance t
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
Memphis long-term rental management at 8% of collected rent. In-house maintenance, AI-powered screening, 21-day average vacancy. Here's what owners should expect.
Memphis rental property maintenance technician repairing plumbing in a Midtown Memphis investment ho
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
Memphis rental property maintenance costs surprise investors every year. Here is what to budget, what to watch for, and how to stop the bleeding.
Outdoor HVAC condenser unit with security cage installed at Memphis rental property in Berclair
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
Memphis HVAC theft costs rental investors thousands per incident. Here is how it happens, what it costs, and how to protect your property.
Memphis turnkey rental property exterior with renovated brick facade in Berclair neighborhood
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
Memphis turnkey rental properties look perfect on paper. The investor forums tell a different story. Here is what to watch for before you buy.
Memphis Airbnb property manager reviewing guest booking request on laptop in Memphis Tennessee
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
emphis Airbnb guest screening separates professional operators from amateurs. Here is why rejecting 1 in 4 booking requests protects your investment
Memphis short-term rental living room staged for Airbnb guests with professional turnover quality
By Andrew Glisson April 3, 2026
Memphis Airbnb profitability in 2026 depends on one thing: operations. The amateur era is over. Here's what professional STR operators are doing differently.
Furnished mid-term rental living room in Medical District Memphis near St. Jude
By Andrew Glisson April 2, 2026
Memphis mid-term rentals can deliver strong returns, but scams, evictions, and insurance gaps catch unprepared operators. Here's what to know.