Nobody likes to work hard in the heat.The biggest concern in the past has been winter, but 2024 was the warmest year on record and we have seen +3F on average in every season, which really took the edge of winter (you can call it brown grass season now) while summers are pleasant 75-85F.The cost of living is low, yet the quality of live is relatively high.

You might find that installing a mini-split system, properly insulating, and ensuring the finishes match the main home’s quality will make a difference in how the appraiser views it.

It's really tough finding a reliable and honest contractor who does quality work.

He prides himself on having "realistic" standards and claims to value inner qualities over appearance.

More freedom to tailor your investment to the guests' needs.More privacy for the guestsSecurity and keys can automatedMore rooms for more quality pictures!

You are being very conservative to avoid making mistakes, and that is a rare, admirable quality in real estate that is often undervalued. 

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Zachary YoungRecommend 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?

My rule of thumb is the more details you include about the property the more quality leads that you obtain.

Buy quality assets with NON section 8 tenants that have 700 fico scores thats safe bet in the US>  And what I do ..