I managed the properties myself, and was offered a job out of state that required long-term international travel. 

LVP Flooring throughout 4. 190k 3/1 listed @ 210k in december, sold for 190k this month. mordern kitchen, new water heater, new hvac & roof (5yrs) So I found 2 more5. 199K 3/1 was a flip sold 4/23 110k listed 209k in 6/23 sold 8/23 199k full finish, clean, hardwood floors, paint interior/exterior, new windows, new fixtures. refinished bathroom.6. 280k 3/1 closer to mid town Listed at 269k 3/24 sold in 4/24 280k. 

Volunteer/Intern with them to learn how they do things.

Price cuts stem from a few things: - Agents/PM's over promising on income- Buyers not doing their own due dilligence- Buyers thinking they can take a place that hasn't changed since 07 and bring in the same amount of income as a new build that had an interior designer come in and make it sweet.That goes for The Palms, Destin, and any other major market.

Connect with potential local and international investors, businesses, and partners.

Worse internal traffic flow? 

Google Ray Kroc, I’ll bet you’ll find his strategy is the reason why McDonalds is an international brand worth billions...

White-washed wood interior.

I would be very cautious to take general advice on this topic as many people may make assumptions without fully understanding your situation, goals and the international tax scenario. 

Do you hire an interior designer when setting up MTRs and STRs?