I, personally, would rather have better quality than quantity, with reasonable nominal returns.

A quality local RE Broker/Agent in tandem with a reliable contractors should be able to help you with full analysis of post rehab value.

Just like having a good team brings success on the field, having quality leads brings your success in your sales. 

Outside of real estate, I enjoy spending quality time with family, working out, getting active outside and listening to Bigger Pockets :)Excited to learn and connect with you all!

I will try and have some quality of life features like a kitchenette, storage, and locked bedroom doors.

I have purchased materials before and contractors refused to use them, typically due to poor quality.

Challenges: Finding a quality electrician, fixing the leaky basement.For some reason, I cannot find a quality electrician.

Then you have to account for your time and quality of life living next to a construction project.

Better shot at getting the rent you want and maybe a better quality tenant. 

However, there are pros and cons to this approach:Pros:Streamlined Operations: Property managers can integrate their systems more efficiently, leading to potentially better management and guest experiences.Experience and Optimization: They might have established profiles with good ratings and reviews, which can help attract more bookings.Cons:Loss of Control: If you stop working with the property manager, you could lose access to the listing and the reviews associated with it.Dependency: Your business becomes more reliant on the property manager, which could be problematic if the relationship sours or if their service quality declines.As an experienced STR manager, you're already familiar with many aspects of managing rentals.