Hi Collin,After managing hundreds of properties, I always keep an eye on short-term rental trends, especially in key markets like the Smokies.

Here’s what I see as key factors for scalability:Population Growth: The area is experiencing steady growth, which usually drives demand for rental properties.Property Appreciation: Reading’s property values have been increasing, indicating it’s becoming a more desirable place to live.

On top of that they left the key box open and all the keys to everyone’s room were left in the open and the person who does door to door sales told us there’s lots of keys right next to the garage.

I would still need to change the locks and re-key since I want all locks to be the same key. 

Now They are saying they want to fight the eviction and wouldn’t hand me keys.

Are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

So, if you fail to apply the correct assumptions to a property, your expectations won’t be met and it may even be a financial disaster.We use the following to rank Property Classes, in order of importance:Property Tenant Pool: closely linked to location, but not always.Property Location: closely linked to tenant pool, but not always.Property Condition & Amenities: it’s important to, “Maintain to the Neighborhood.”Key metrics for each Property Class:Class A Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 680+, no convictions/evictions in last 7 years.

The key is tenant screening. 

That's the key component that is usually missing when I hear other entrepreneurs/investors say they don't like QBO.

Key lessons include choosing markets based on long-term fundamentals (not just affordability), building a strong local team before buying, and starting with manageable properties instead of heavy rehabs.