Think an outdoor shower, fire pit, and durable, easy-to-clean furniture that can handle wear and tear.5️⃣ Special Occasion Travelers – Whether it’s a honeymoon, birthday, or anniversary, these guests are looking for a memorable, "Instagrammable" stay.

The trick is staying locked in long enough to see the results.

They should track progress, quality, and ensure the budget and timeline stay on course.

Parents ask all the time where to stay. 

It seems you and your husband have the ability to make a property more desirable and I would try to stay local for the same reasons you listed. 

I'm looking to stay away from fixer upper BUT I'm ok with general repairs and small work like paint and flooring.

Company's and Regulators are cracking down on how texting can be used, and soon it will basically be illegal or too expensive to stay in compliance.

Thanks for the update - hope you stay on BP and continue to use the site. 

Some hosts go the mid-term rental route (30+ days) to stay compliant.

You could also consider doing some value-add projects (if you have time/know how) to build even more equity if your specific neighborhood supports higher values for the improvements.You said that you like the idea of owning multiple investments and having the option to sell some down the road.Is it an option for you to stay where you're at and simply build a portfolio of other rentals in the area?