I am a newbie/rookie and would appreciate any help navigating this site and best way to get the best out this site. 

Quote from @Victor Sandoval: Hello everyone,I’m new to this site and still working on setting up my profile properly.

Depending on the software they syndicate with many other listing sites.

However, most buyers are looking on major sites like Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, etc.

any good sites to see the better areas to invest in?

. :-) If there are any sites you recommend to do more research I'd really appreciate if you could share that.I am also thinking I might need to check with San Bernardino about zoning though I was told that they can sometimes be a bit more lenient than other parts of CA?

I have put together a "packet" for the appraisers before when they come on-site that shares details about the property (rents, square footage, etc..) and I also share a few "target properties" (aka comps) that I modeled after as a "suggestion" to them.

Framing crews , for these 4 story, buildings, may add 4 weeks to get on site.

To combat this problem, a great management company who will have your back and navigate the ebb and flow of the ever changing climate of these rental sites is essential.

I would think there are a ton of properties on short term rental sites around south Florida, however more often than not, those who I see take the steps to try it out do end up with pretty consistent bookings when priced right.