I have a high regard for stay at home mothers.  08 to 2011 I lost virtually 95% of my net worth and it was not an insignificant sum. 

Highly recommend Nashville. 

For beginners, focus on markets with lower entry costs, high investor activity, and steady demand—like parts of the Midwest or the Southeast.

Instead, I've heard of hosts raising the nightly rate high enough it won't book or setting a 30-day minimum stay and had no issues with a double booking.

See below screenshots/map area.I did a similar strategy when bought a 4 unit in Rogers Park to help myself create high cashflow. 

Highly recommend you start listening to any of the BiggerPockets Podcasts and pick some various topics you may be interested in and see how you may be able to take action, the most important thing you can do!

I had also been speaking with a different agent at another agency in Tulum (no affiliation) before I chose KASA, and they spoke highly of KASA when I brought them up. 

Most properties are landscaped with water conservation in mind and therefore you don't have the expenses or hassle of maintaining large lawns, high water bills, large tree maintenance, etc.

If high rates are your primary concern, you could potentially look around for a similar arrangement.

If you value simplicity and consistent income over high appreciation potential, this might align well with your goals.