You need actual steps, that are practical from the perspective of someone that has been in your shoes, that remembers how hard the struggle was, that knows how difficult it was to break through the analysis paralysis phase, that made mistakes, learned from them, and can predict where you will also stumble and fall and give you pointers when and where to be extra careful.So if I have convinced you that I know what I am talking about because I HAVE been there, this is what you do, knowing now what I wish I knew then.GET A WEBSITE! 

If there truly are people out there who can accurately predict rates and market movement then I can assure you they arent on Biggerpockets. 

I’m trying to find books, resources, online tools, groups, podcasts or people that can help learn the signs of a new area being revitalized. Target market is the South East but I expect these factors should be some wh...

Impossible to predict numbers and location don't lie.

And it working as designed, predicted, like clockwork and on AUTOPILOT!!

5K huh... hmmmm.. magic sweaty ball of predictions let me give it a rub and see what it says.Here is what you can do... wait let me rephrase this... here is what I would do.With (just) 5K budget, you can't really risk winging it so listen up.I would hire a PPC expert and I would get my first deal ASAP.Here is why it is crucial you get a deal ASAP.Every month you do not make money... you lose money.Rent, food, crablegs, questionable entertainment,  seriously questionable entertainment... women (get your mind out of the gutters boi, I mean your wife, your daughters, GF your female pet dog fido needs dog food too) rent, insurance,  soap... ehh who needs soap... be honest.

-I am predicting that there will always be people who would rather stay 1 mile away from the resort during these events to save $100-$200/night on their stay.

No one can predict the future.  

Nevertheless, past performance can be used as a guide to reasonably predict future sales, as the seasonal nature of travel is fairly consistent.

Its also bracket racing, so reaction time and accurately predicting your elapsed time is the key to winning, not speed.