Do number, size, or area of investments owned play the biggest role in that decision? 

Not a ton of young professionals except in government roles (Carson City's largest employment option), or if they want a slower pace but are still willing to commute to Reno. 

He's an investor himself and recently left his role as partner at the largest firm in the area to start his own company.

Booking.com continues to dominate Airbnb at a high price.more bookings coming in from bdc. none from abb.

Quote from @Eliott Elias: Its role in real estate is too hyped.

Quote from @Chris Magistrado:The point he's making is that the agent must take responsibility for building and maintaining their business, and the Broker won't play much of a role.

To clarify, I have been studying real estate for several years, but have been otherwise engaged in operating  other businesses that my wife and I both own, both as CFO and CEO roles.

This gave us peace of mind and ensured that any unexpected incidents wouldn't result in major financial setbacks.These two choices have played a crucial role in optimizing our STR strategy, balancing profitability and protection.

But I get it in the lower value assets of the mid west and rust belt cities wholesalers dominate because they spend 100s of thousands in marketing for those type of assets..

This clearly has nothing to do with laws, regulations or operating numbers but I do think it plays a large role in the decline of the market.