Grateful for some tips.

I do not recommend backyard especially if you have a pool or hot tub and certainly nothing interior!

Beating the competition with design and amenities is definitely possible due to the smaller pool of people but my concern is having to invest potentially large amounts of extra cash for the amenities just to have a chance in making it cash flow.

Thanks for the tips @Mindy Nicol, I do think MTR would be easier to manage for me allthough I do have time for a part time job, I see where you are coming from with repair costs and all and STR sounds like it can be a pain (I followed a few groups on facebook and have read horror stories :D ). 

My other investments focus on the mid-term rental space, and I’m drawn to Jacksonville to stay near hospitals and schools, which are essential for my target demographic.I’d love insights on the strength of the current market here, any projected trends, and tips for making a solid investment in this location.

Could you please share your experiences, tips, things to look out for? 

Any resources, tips, or personal experiences would be incredibly helpful as I explore this investment opportunity!

You need your project to be ready to rent by mid to late Summer; otherwise, you can cost yourself by either a bad renter pool or several months of vacancy.The Twin Cities are too big to properly answer your question.

One (that I only know through IG but follow due to the great tips she gives) is LaunchedHost.

And of course, most homes have HOA's (homeowners associations) that can be $20-$250/month to pay for community maintenance, sometimes lawn care, cable/internet, amenity upkeep, pool, security etc.