I'm not sure which places are best to focus on with rules and regulations getting strict in some places. 

They may be regulated, they maybe aren't.A Credit Union is a good choice for funding.

Perhaps it is hard for people from the states to understand - but the rule of law, and clarity in regulations etc really makes it so much more attractive than other places where you never know what new policies might come into effect forcing you to take massive loses etc.

Buying in those areas makes more sense for STRs as the municipalities rely on the revenue.Less chance of a lot of regulation.

Depending on local regulations, you can mix up STR/MTR/LTR. 2) Get systems in place in those exact cities; 2 PMs preferably via NARPM, 2 high quality inspectors, and rotating book of handyman, 1 lawyer, and a credit union contact for leverage along with investor friendly nationwide lenders.

Just like on the West coast pre foreclosures are highly regulated but folks violate those laws all the time..

We're limited in what we can post in the BP forums and on our website because of regulations and NDA agreements.Continued success!

Didn't make a lot of sense to me, but sometimes regulations don't make much sense.  

It's worth mentioning the STR regulations are relatively new, and I think some properties currently operating are basically grand-fathered with the old permit, and I don't know if being a new owner one'd be able to get a new permit if it's not in the designated location.

STR regulations have been a VERY hot topic here for the last year (and even beforehand).