Might have to test some other background searches and stop doing things through TransUnion.

Hi Jaden,I'm not a fan of hybrid turnkey models like the companies you mention.Also, not a fan of many turnkey marketing companies.Granted, I'm bias but if anyone is interested in turnkey just go straight to the provider.Not many around these days anymore and the one's that are, have stood the test of time and are obviously solid.I think it's less riskier nowadays to invest in turnkey properties than before because all of the poor providers have disappeared and only the good one's are still around.Plus, seems like the "hands off" and so beloved syndications are going belly up so turnkey might be in fashion again.And no big deal IMO that turnkey is not completely "hands off".Is anything completely passive other than 30yr Treasury Bonds?

However, considering gross monthly income and operational expenses, I'm looking for strategies or types of properties that can provide a better net ROI.Here are some key points:Location: At least a C neighborhood that is safe for driving around at all hours.Cashflow: Investments that can deliver superior cash flow.Involvement: I have the time and willingness to handle maintenance and operational activities myself.

.- best chance of near term success is local to you, somewhere you can drive roundtrip with time to spend at the property in a day. - reality is MLS listings using realistic expense estimates at high LTV is cash flow negative

I know I could drive all over the place and price shop and save money, buy my free time is worth more than the savings- most of the time. 

Those type of things drive rental revenue and attract more guests.

@Robert Rixer, I don't know how creative these are, as many are common plays:Valet TrashFencing in first floor yardsProviding washer and dryers for added rentReserved, Covered parkingTech PackagesInternet and Cable contracts, with reimbursementsPayment Plan rents, with small service charge (i.e. bill 1/4 rent each week)Reserved Rental cabanas at poolPrivate pool party rental optionGolf Simulator in clubhouse - fee basedOn site, self serve car wash (quarter feeder style)Charged group fitness/personal training servicesGame room in clubhouse with monthly subscription for tenants (Xbox, Playstation, etc)Changing out high maintenance grass for astro turf or lower maintenance/lower water use shrubberyBut ultimately, I think a lot of NOI increases come from deep dive into understanding EVERY expense and finding ways to minimize them, and/or no outsource them.Train maintenance team on basic HVAC and appliance repairs (find way to get them licensed as needed)Buy paint sprayers for faster, easier turns versus having to hire a contract painter, and possibly repaint whole unit each timeStandardize all finishes, so you can buy in bulk, everything from hinges and door knobs to cabinets, paint colors, and light fixtures.Potentially get leasing people onto lower base salary with higher bonus potentialBulk/bundled insurance across portfolio (even better at scale is to self insure)Regularly test sprinkler systems for leaks.Non-NOI, but benefit to you: partner with insurance agency to get referral kickbacks from your tenant base for renter insurance.  

Limited space for expansion ensures a housing shortage, driving up property values and rents.

The city has attracted substantial investments from companies like Intel, Google, Honda and more driving job growth, increasing housing demand and boosting property values.

If you can't satisfy this 3 point test, there's significant risk associated with pursuing an STR strategy no matter how well the project underwrites today.