They could get a risk free return by investing in T-bills, so the delta between that RFR and what you're offering needs to be rewarding enough for them to pursue it.As for the 2nd part of your question, that really is a mystery :)The low interest rate environment always leads to these folks misleading people and mismatching deal operations, and sometimes even defaulting on the property and losing it altogether.Probably because a bunch of these syndicators want to be cool Instagram/TikTok influencers and throw up their arms and talk about how many doors they own, but what do I know lol. 

Rob already updated his Instagram to say “former” BiggerPockets host.

I've actually talked with multiple STR owners in Hocking Hills, OH (very similar market to Red River Gorge) and they are able to get 90% occupancy on some of their properties with the majority funneling in through their Instagram profile.Another place to look for STRs could be Dahlonega, GA.

How do agents market upcoming open houses for their properties other than posting to Instagram and setting the open house times on the MLS?

I think FOMO is enormous with the increase of the Tiktok, instagram gurus etc.

In regards on my experience on that field, I use to run a Glazier Company back in my country (I'm originally from Venezuela), for more reference on that company please check @aluminioscosta on Instagram.

Follow on Instagram and TikTok accounts from Houston.

Then, block out all the noise and BS that is Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and god help us, TikTok. 

According to Brandon's Instagram feed, Open Door Capital just sold Fund 1 with a 35% IRR for the limited partners.  

I constantly preach about attending meetups, staying active on blogs and following local investors on instagram.