For someone new to STR, what technology/websites have you STR Pros found to be the most useful?  

Bonus points if I can incorporate technology to streamline applications.

Doug, you’ve gone with “what works” for you, not all the “latest fancy” technology, for technology sake.  

They use technologies such as drone flyovers, infrared imaging, and LiDAR.

And technology aside, this business hasn't changed much in the last 20 years.

Leasing, technology, interest rates, sustainability, AI, etc?

They showed the property's elevation relative to the base flood elevation (BFE) for its flood zone.With Risk Rating 2.0, FEMA now uses advanced technology and data models (like topography maps, elevation data, and geospatial technology) to automatically assess elevation for rate calculations.How Elevation Impacts Rates Now- Higher Elevation = Lower Risk: Properties located at a higher elevation are less likely to flood, which generally results in lower premiums.- Lower Elevation = Higher Risk: Properties at lower elevations or in flood-prone areas typically face higher premiums.- Natural vs.

I want technology to help me gather information and execute quickly. 

I haven't gotten serious yet and don't have a local agent, but I have been window shopping and may reach out.Hi @James Bing, yes I manage my own properties by leveraging technology & local relationships to automate the self managing process.

I'm still in the process of finding an alternative solution but I thought I'd leave this here as a warning for others looking to make a decision.For reference, I'll just post their email response to me here:As we review your inquiry, we would like to remind you of the following key points from our Terms of Use:In no instance shall ShinePay be liable for any of the following:"Lost revenue from service interruptions.Lost revenue stemming from delays, malfunctions of any product.unauthorized gains access to your account or due to shared passwords or if your password is hacked.Destruction to properly, places, or personal injury resulting from the installation, misinstalling, or misuse of any product.Lost revenue from entering the wrong account number for ACH or other bank transfer or money transfers or due to any delay in receiving funds.Damage to your structure, machines or car resulting from use or installation of our products.Any funds collected that are paid to a person that does not own the property.Any harm from defeating the lock and technology that controls the lock to a device.Failure to properly service any product or machine."