I do understand that not partnering pushes back your timeline substantially...I'm in the slow and steady wins the race and stay small, own it all camp, though. 

If they have money and can compete on pricing, brokers will be the best bet.  

Quote from @Ruth Garcia: @Jamie Banks Congratulations, great win!

If you get 1% to get an appointment / follow up call and close on 1 you are winning. 

Start small and get a win under your belt.

An experienced broker with lots of choices at the palm of their hand is probably the best bet.

Big, covered, outdoor living areas also appear to be a winning amenity for each home. 

I’m not a betting man.

It's a challenging market but I say if you can pay less then you currently are renting then it's a win.

Quote from @Brandon Foster: Hello Ryan,STR is do able in the north county area but there are a lot of rules and regulations.The city of Oceanside right now will not allow anything STR unless it’s west of pacific coast hwy.This is changing a lot too so you need to be aware of that in your plans.Carlsbad is super strict too but there are some condos that are still available to do STR in.Medium term rentals are as safer bet but way less profitable.