Looks like you only have one small group right now, but there is potential to grow it based on interest.  

Some will be okay with being in a bad area as long as they get cash flow, but others are okay with getting that 3% as long as they are in a good area that will grow well. 

I think most of them are too immature and just don't want the responsibilities of growing up, like paying rent, power, food...  

@Sharma Parth City of Flint is losing population, so not a great place to invest:(Detroit on the other hand, has been growing for the last 5-6 years and finally the US Census Bureau recognized that (please Google to verify!).

That's the growing pain for those that aren't ready to compete in the STR space accordingly, but that's the advantage for those that know.

If you grow you eventually will probably choose a separate company to market yourself through anyways.

@Kristin Caras - I'm a fan.  66 units and growing. 

Larger, experienced shops likely less so, but with these groups even if they have some problem deals it’ll amount to a headwind to overall performance of a very large portfolio rather than a disaster that brings down the firm.The 2020 to 2023 period saw several very active “newer” groups who were rapidly scaling and in some cases dominating acquisitions.  

For example, a surprise assessment bill that has caught my other clients off guard recently. 3 - It's never a bad idea to partner with friends/family that you trust in order to grow mutually.

Quote from @Evans Debeza: Hi All, I am new to real estate investing and am looking for ways to help help me expand my knowledge and experience in the business as I look to grow my portfolio (currently have two properties, one ground-up, one flip & rent, both totaling 5 rental units).