If you're looking to cashflow, check out Cleveland OH.

Even with a straight forward build, you're 100% correct, the time to market is still faster with a full gut and renovation. 

If you're looking to build before EHB 1337 takes effect, check out this spreadsheet to identify which jurisdictions are friendly.

You can also check out Rabbu.com however I wouldn't shy away from paying for data from AirDNA or STR Insights. 

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Theirs youtube videos outlining this with math and is pretty straight forward. 

Keep it chill and straightforward.

They get another a day after check-in to make sure everything is as expected and going well, another the day before checkout with the instructions and "asking" them to review the property.

. - you should check out the "Property Manager Finder" under the "Build your Team" link in our Navigation bar.

But the rest are actually quite simple and straight forward if you follow their rules.