I’m already aware of the popularity of Joshua Tree and Lake Tahoe, so I’m interested in hearing about other markets that are strong performers and investor-friendly in terms of regulations.Does anyone have insights on:Specific cities or regions where the permit process is more straightforward?

So make sure that you read the HOA or condo association rules seriously before any commitment.

It was very difficult to properly get your rented phone numbers setup with the networks per the newly enforced spam rules.   

Your new management should know what the rules are. 

It is not always simple or straight forward.

It is against our rules to let buyers go without an agent, but it is their buyer's agent that should be present. 

2-if you started to self-manage in January 2025 and managed for the remainder of the year would you not satisfy the 100 hr rule and participate more than any others?

As a general rule, real estate shouldn't be put into an S corp or a C corp.

As per my HOA rules I cannot do a lease less than a year.

Go from there based on the results.We often tell tenants moving in that they can stay as long as they pay rent and follow the rules.