I mentioned this to 2 agents and they looked at me like I was a space alien. 

Put locks on each bedroom door so individual tenants have security of their personal belongings.You need a really good set of rules regarding shared common space, cleaning, kitchen use, bathroom use, etc.Be very clear about the rules up front, and selective about who you put in there.

It is very common in the investment advisor space. for example, if I find an investment advisor and want to know how his client's portfolio has performed last 3 years they do not make that  information up, its verified. 

Are buyers looking for more urban spaces, or is suburban living still on the rise?

This is a great space to ask questions or research and see what others are doing in the STR space.

Two people spaced apart. 

I typically operate within the residential space and have a few rentals.

I see a number of economic development and community vitality initiatives initiated circa 2020, including a community master plan, the development of the MetroHealth complex and associated green space, the Community Housing Plan 2030, 25Connects, Mayor Frank Jackson's Neighborhood Transformation Initiative, and others.

  * A bonus play would be purchasing a small commercial property with at least a 25 space lot in the aforementioned areas; the idea is to convert the lot into paid parking to increase value.   

This is why both presidential candidates are talking about the need to reform housing regulations on the campaign trail.Construction Innovation: A Call to ActionIt seems that innovation in the construction technology space, and thus labor productivity, is an area for significant improvement.