These systems are becoming more sophisticated and (my favorite) capable, leading to improved user experiences and potentially freeing up human employees to handle more complex tasks and interactions.

My favorite way is is simply using Pricelabs using a comp set, OR using Airbnb itself to see what your direct competition is.

First of all @Diana Teng, have you ever gone to a restaurant and asked "is the food here worth buying?". 

Quote from @Nick Velez: @Chris PrimaveraNothing changes if nothing changes, that is one of my favorite sayings out there.

You need to minimize upfront expenses because 100% of your investment is at risk and lost if the lot is not buildable.My favorite strategy is to locate the property and tie it up for usually no more than $100 for a period of 8-12 months, analyze it myself and if I believe it to have a chance at being buildable I create a permitting plan and market the property to other investors/builders willing to take on the permitting risk.  

The government and HOA's favoritism toward big companies like Sonder.People will keep say the issue is saturation.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Just food for thought- It's not always in your best interest to provide all of the materials, negotiate too hard, refuse to pay a deposit, etc.

I like starting small so maybe a food truck in 10 or so years :)I'm currently looking for investors to do what you did except focusing on commercial residential property in Kansas City.

If it wasn't housing, food, or transportation, I didn't spend money on it.