There are a ton more things to go through, but start there to get some idea of how it will perform.

From alot of investors on the forums, Orlando appears to be a saturated market with more barriers to entry in order to have a performing property in that area.

If consistent cash flow and diversification appeal to you, this might offer the best blend of growth and flexibility.Ultimately, it’s about balance: if you want to prioritize appreciation with minimal hassle, the first two options shine.

Vrbo and Airbnb sync with each other for free, Vrbo has free dynamic pricing, both platforms send out enough automated messages for me.I check in on guests after they arrive to provide that small personal touch.We get consistent 5 star reviews with minimal effort.

One of the things many say is that you must intend to perform on a purchase agreement or it could be fraud which is BS.

However, the price fluctuates like stocks, so you may sell for more or less than your purchase price.REIT share prices can increase or decrease based on market demand, real estate trends, and the REIT’s performance.

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

That market from what I can see on the few trips I made to perform due diligence is really robust and such a pretty area I can see the attraction for those working in Tech or govmit in DC. 

Periodic 1031 exchanges when appreciation stalls out, or performance goes down, or trapped equity is costing you return are all great strategic moves.