Buy some decorating ideas magazines and see what they have there.

The difference in performance from Home A and Home B may look the same to a computer, but they can be totally different based on views, amenities, decor, and many other factors a computer cannot possibly assess.

Play chess not checkers I just decorate my STRs like Hugh Hefner would decorate his own place. 

Most of my clients are doing little things to make it rent-ready, like maybe updating electric when adding a pool heater, changing pool to salt systems for less maintenance, landscaping, paint while decorating, etc. . .

We launched with what we considered a "minimal viable product" - no professional Airbnb photos, not completely decorated, no hot tub, no built-in microwave, not enough outdoor furniture - we had our first booking on 12/17. 

For the painting, you can deduct it along with other furnishings and decorations that you've included in the STR to make it ready and available for tenants.

I can't wait to get to the fun stuff, Decorating! 

Very few people are going to enjoy the bright orange rooms and while it may be your style it probably doesn't go with everybody's decor or taste. 

I am new on this website, Civil Engineer have been working for a real estate development and management company for last 17 years.I have SFR as rentals and have done fix and flips, wholesaling and interior decoration.

Home Depot allure flooring is my favorite, but I have found some reasonable vinyl flooring at floor and decor.