Within a couple of days, our neighbor said that they smelled weed from the backyard.

It is on a corner lot and has a lot of room for an AUD in the backyard.

Must have a decent backyard and/or rooftop terrace.* Property in a flexible market to switch the rental from an STR to LTR (if STR doesn’t work out).Questions:* What are the prospective neighborhoods or areas within and around Houston for STR investments?

You will enjoy the serenity of rural living, complete with a large cleared backyard perfect for homesteading, gardening, or recreation.

If it's just slapped in the backyard, i'd imagine it may not make a big difference but if you create an environment around it, it could be different.   

I personally believe you should start in your own backyard and find a way to make it work.

Buyers want patios, decks, and backyard spaces that extend the home’s livable area.

If your unit doesn't stand out in other ways considering adding amenities like a hot tub, backyard mini golf course, making your airbnb dog friendly, etc.

I am currently located in The Bay Area, California and I am little nervous about  investing out of state but I thought I would give other cheaper markets a shot other than my backyard which is expensive.

Buying in your backyard eliminates so much for you.What strategy do want to follow?