But I’m thinking of getting into STR investment and become more active.I’m a complete newbie to short-term rentals (STRs) and eager to wet my feet in this area.

Quote from @Kevin Robert Highgate: The ability to invest in property and replace your W2 income quickly is tough.

You should invest where you feel you have a competitive advantage.

I am in Tampa Florida so the investment market is huge here for both as well. 

Typically high fees, but still half of what I was being charged by the investors edge. 

Companies typically last only ten years on average.

Quote from @Andrea Wellman: Would like to invest in short term rentals to start and learn from this forum and experts.  

I don't believe that any investment is 100% passive.

@Adam OrtizRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

We will be investing 50/50.