Such a partner offers not only expert guidance but also end-to-end services that simplify the investment process.

Then look for software that solves those problems for you.When I first started managing, I needed software that could simplify accounting and track work orders.

With that being said, you can build a successful STR if you win on two fronts (to simplify it)The real estate side and the hospitality side (operations).The real estate side is buying a very good deal in a market that has a history of vacation rentals in my opinion. 

They are throwing money propositions out to get votes and I don't see data and that likely because they haven't been super successful.What is seriously needed is to consolidate and simplify government which will not happen.

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.

Setting aside the potential for improved ROI for a moment, here's how the (over-simplified) numbers look to me personally.If I were to buy 50% outright, that would be 22k net income / 340k purchase = 6.5% CoC ROI.

Using mostly cash reduces risk and simplifies transactions but ties up capital.

This is a very simplified version btw.

My company has developed detailed internal procedures for these so, just understand, I'm simplifying the process quite a bit here. 

Tax Accountants would simplify it even more.