But there are many more investors chasing every deal that's out there, repair costs are much higher, taxes are much higher, insurance is much higher, regulations are starting to become a bigger issue, and of course interest rates are an issue. 

I am seeking information on market trends and regulations concerning STR in the Hampton Bays area.

While we don’t have direct experience with this, we have clients who do, and they usually report great experiences when zoning and other regulations align.

A lot of the discussions here are going to be very much a North American application to investing since regulations and financing are somewhat similar for the US/CA, but likely different for Africa/Europe etc.

@Jacob Caffee, I think what John is getting at is: on BiggerPockets, there is a mid-term rental forum that would be the more appropriate place to post this request.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/925

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There's a very good chance the issue(s) you face have already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

There's a very good chance the issue(s) you face have already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

There's a very good chance the issue(s) you face have already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

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