For me personally, I chose Reno because I wanted to be close to Northern CA (where I have family), I love the outdoors and being close to Lake Tahoe, and all of the underlying tech and manufacturing jobs coming into the area, coupled with land constraints juicing appreciation here. 

Video is even better, if professionally done.Most of our travelers that are coming from any distance are happy enough for great pictures and good customer service to rent.

At the same time, trying to learn about managing long-distance real estate.Does anyone have any advice?

Hi Bracken,I would highly recommend reading David Greene's Long Distance Real-Estate Investing if you havent done so.

The Triad area in NC is an exciting market, and it’s fantastic that you’re embracing long-distance investing—especially after listening to the BP podcasts for inspiration.

Hello,What's the best way to set up and furnish an STR from a long distance? 

Quote from @Sara Fuhs: Please give me your best advice for STR setup from a distance.

Yes in life there are some wingman that help you out and then fade into the distance.

Ultimately, STRs are like running a business and to be successful you want to distance yourself from the competition.  

Here's some background: Data warehouses need the following: 20-50 megawatts of power, land (3, 9000+ square foot facilities within arms distance of each other), water and fiber optics. 1.