I invest mostly in the southeast and upper midwest.

Also, with a VA assumable, if the one assuming the loan is not a veteran, then the seller (veteran) entitlement will still be tied up in that property.

Hey @Isaiah Cortez, here are the deets on STRs via the city - https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/government/departments-a-h/de...I don't have any real insights on the area, but do a search and you will find some details.

The won't insure you or they will jack up the price considerably. 

They 30 year track record firm  may now be using social media to pitch their deals right alongside and perhaps even pursue the same transactions as the new age syndicators but the two groups are likely pursuing entirely different LP investors.

In the end, it may be the same amount of money or more, but it will just have to be structured differently as you navigate the shifting market.Northwest Valley would be a good option. 

Zoned SFH and very common setup I am seeing these days.

I am not sure what the means for insurance payouts, replacement value and property value are VERY different - does anyone know?

I think working with an architect to build something really unique and custom is always the best move if you have the budget for it.

I'm very interested in what others have to say about the various markets, and look forward to conduction research with the help of this group.