In the Seattle market, condoizing costs around 15K (survey, site plan, recording fees, legal fees, HOA creation and coaching from lawyer, setting up utility sub-metering if required).

Fort Drum has its own housing site and I have had some success on there.

I learn a lot from this site and looking forward to be more engaged in the future.

They also have a pulse on who in the area has successful property management businesses (maybe themselves)3) Search direct booking sites in your area on google like "Vacation Rentals In Allentown" and see if websites pop up that are not airbnb or Vrbo you could reach out on.

It syndicates to all the same sites such as Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com and even Realtor.com. 

Look into local neighborhoods, be aware of market trends, and choose a site that complements your idea.And finally, accept the learning curve.

That’s a Huge distinction.https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamandrzejewski/2021/10/26/why...Why So Secret?

VRBO, Airbnb, and best of all, direct sites!

I suspect I am in top 20 on BP site in terms of STR longevity (first 2 STRs were in 1999).  

In site managment/maintanance/rehab.