Yes, entitled tenants with unreasonable expectations can be an annoyance, but you are dealing with one of the biggest most important aspects of a person's life (where they life).

The biggest key to self-management is being EXTREMELY PROACTIVE.

The biggest change in terms of lending programs id say is fannie's changes to allow for 5% down for 2-4 units.

I can tell you the biggest thing is as long as you run your numbers tight and have good contractors you can be pretty successful at it.

Curious how you all would think a resort + casino going into a STR market will go and the impact?

On of the biggest scams/ money maker in the country , 

I think screening will be your best friend if you go this route to prevent the most headaches. 2) I'd say the biggest problem renting by room is potentially laws about unrelated persons living in same household.

The biggest mistake is not truly understanding the exit strategy.

Currently, funding seems to be our biggest hurdle in acquiring real estate. 

Your clients will be coming to you for your expertise on what is likely their biggest asset and investment of their lives and keeping yourself up to date on the news and learning from others experiences is invaluable!