I grew up in North Florida so I have a lot of family, friends and business contacts in that area.  

Many are personal friends of mine living just 40 minutes south here in San Diego. 

To maximize returns, ensure compliance with local regulations, prioritize owning the land, and offer student-friendly amenities.

If your unit doesn't stand out in other ways considering adding amenities like a hot tub, backyard mini golf course, making your airbnb dog friendly, etc.

I have friends who bought in Texas, Chicago, Minnesota and Tennessee so I've been watching those markets. 

Quote from @Gregory Schwartz: I have 2 very close friends who grew well beyond 2 rentals with this strategy. 

Happy hosting and holidays my fellow STR friends! 

You want to focus on areas where you have a competitive advantage (you have lived there or you have family and friends there) and then compare those areas against widespread list of great areas to invest.Good luck!

One of my friend happens to be a RE agent, landlord and a property manager himself and he seems to feel that as long as she pays rent on time and does not create nuisance, not to worry much and just keep do a quarterly property inspection.

Feel free to reach out to me for a friends and family discount code.