a lot of people want to shop on Zillow, look at 3 properties in person, and have their 1st offer be accepted. 

You'll shop for a AC unit replacement, you might go with the guy who can save you $2000 if you can wait until the weekend to get it done. 

Hey @Clayton Jeanette, I'd shop around, there are very widely varying terms in HELOCs since they are usually held in house by banks.

@Gulliver R. you may be including in supplies, but this category can include coffee, other beverages, condiments, paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, etc.

Short term rental property shopping can be a lot like fishing.

Insurance and Title Shop around for home insurance companies that best suit your needs and select the insurance company that provides the amount of coverage for your home owner’s insurance policy.

(The shopping carts outside are a sight to behold.) 

Are you a solo shop or a company with employees?

I also purchased a Taco Shop property in CA with a realtor friend at a song and it has been cash flowing for a consistent 5 years now.

Licensable vacation rentals are obviously in high demand and offers can become quite competitive, I don't have any formal statistics but I'd say a quality active or eligible vacation rental sells at least twice as fast as a non STR property, the majority within days..My best advice to investors shopping for a hot or high demand asset class is:- Prepare & Practice: Get your ducks (GO UO!)