STR is definitely not a rookie game right now, but your flow to success you have sounds way easier than it is in real life.

@Michael Dallas congrats on being way ahead of the game!

Hot tubs, pool tables, movie rooms, kayaks and canoes, bikes, games, nice comfortable beds, smart TV's, video games, well stocked kitchens, etc.

Hearing peoples opinions on BP on where to invest is like asking someone their favorite football team. 

Also , READING CHANGED MY LIFE - I struggled reading growing up, and now it's one of my favorite hobbies. 

After all, it makes sense in game theory to "get yours" even if it's bad for the country on the whole.

Mortgage rates are dropping fairly fast so check out the numbers and have a good conversation up front with a Banker first.This can make or break your real estate portfolio just by having a game plan up front.

It’s a big leap going from military life to civvy life, and it sounds like you’ve got a solid game plan. 

We made the one room a game room which all adds a lot of value for a STR investment.

If nothing else, offering a small reward like a gift card to their favorite restaurant (ask when they initially sign the lease) helps.