@Mike Gi be sure to check Airbnb longer stays and Furnished Finder to see what your competition's pricing and decor are like and make your properties pet friendly if you can as this is always a way to out compete the competition.

They also chose to use roku tvs without a physical on button. just terrible, terrible build quality. bought 4 and 2 are already damaged after a year.

The real estate market has evolved a lot in the last few years, with more real estate investors making it more competitive and interest rates cutting severely into margins and also slowing down buyer demand (when trying to get out of a property). 

Try out the Find an Agent button on Bigger Pockets too and Find a Lender.

You're certainly correct, this market it pretty awesome, which brings in a lot of competition. 

Nearly half of our reservations come with pets and to not allow them would put you at a severe disadvantage in a competitive market.

I've often found that the biggest competitive advantage you have when you are getting started is proximity! 

Schwab Pledge Asset Line is competitive.

With a competitive landscape for all types of real estate I had a very difficult time finding opportunities where the price and numbers looked good, and the seller was motivated enough to carry a note.

I would lead with what the draw is and what sets you apart from your competition.