Hugely popular area.Our cabin is doing good, hopefully the calendar will fill in more throughout the year.Although lots of people visit the area there is a lot of competition. 

Those were very good areas a couple of years ago when people were less aware of Ocala but it's gained in popularity so it's become tougher to make the numbers work, but there are still deals to be had, especially for rentals.

This is a revision of my popular post from 3 years ago.

I know it was popular when you could use it to buy yourself an EU passport.

But they had to jump through a dozen HOA hoops..eventually, the building got stricter on short-term stays.For single-family homes, if you can snag something with a scenic deck or quick access to popular spots, you’d be surprised how many travelers pay a premium for that “living like a local” vibe.

Sounds more like trying to win a popularity contest, aiming to gain votes and likes from people here that also have something against wholesaling.But OK let me play along.Let's fact-check this:OP: "It’ll truly be strange to even hear people and gurus trying to make big money off it."

Some have found that to be popular and guests bring the basket up often in reviews or privately. 

Just not as popular as folks think

And the few options that arise are very overpriced due to scarcity. 

She is in a good position with the contractor who appears to be in direct contact with the tenants in terms of minor fixes as they arise.