It's going to be tough for me to go for something in the 70k range.

Auctions can be tough.

In a bear market, it’s essential to buy well below market value and stick to high-demand features buyers are prioritizing.High Inflation: During periods of high inflation, the cost of materials and labor often increases, cutting into profit margins.

We allow our potential 1031 DST investors to review all the material of the properties, as well as have as many calls with our Inland reps until they feel comfortable with the DST portfolios, as well as Inland as a company.

@Nicole CotrinoKey factors: Do you materially participate in managing the property?

If there's a material issue with the property, it's not going away if you cancel your agreement, they'll have to deal with it for the next buyer, too. 

It’s tough, if not impossible, to scale as a one-person operation.

One land lord friendly ( jackson MS) one Not landlord friendly Portland OR metro with its rent control and other very tough rules.

Can a long-distance investor be considered materially participating in their STR property?  

Supposedly its all the books and materials but without the mentorship.