Quote from @Christina Weaver: Hi, @Steven Hamilton II  my husband and I live in California, a community property state.

Screening everyone over 18 helps reduce the risk of costly evictions and ensures you’re fully informed about who will be living in your property.Additionally, be mindful of the number of occupants and how it might impact your property.

I lived in Houston for a dozen years (moved last summer) and really wanted to make an STR work, but I just couldn't get there.

Having a long-term rental while living abroad is do-able.Flipping houses while abroad, in my opinion, more difficult, especially if its your first go around with real estate.I would recommend taking a flight and staying in the area for a week and inspect the neighborhoods and make connections.You can reach out to @Elenis Camargo who has a PM company in Jacksonville.Best of luck though.

My suggestions:* Requiring code compliance and safety equipment is absolutely valid and should be part of the regulations* Requiring owners live within 15 miles is not necessary since poor hosts whether they're local or distant will violate the 3-5 warning system and earn a suspension.

I currently live in Butte, Mt but plan on moving to Phoenix, Az for 6 months out of the year.

I live outside of Charlotte in a small town called Denver (of the East).

Where do you live, and where are your units? 

Super cool apartment style living, but all one story. 

I currently live in a single-family primary residence.