You nailed it—it really is a solid business model, all designed to maximize profit (which, to be fair, I respect from a business standpoint).

They designated certain streets not for STRs and others for STRs.

Retirement accounts are designed to be invested passively so when the IRS sees you running an active business in it, to level the playing field between retirement accounts and other business the retirement account incurs UBIT. 

This designation doesn’t cost extra or give the manager access to insurance payouts but ensures you and the property manager are aligned during incidents, such as tenant lawsuits or insurance claims.

Investing in features like high-end appliances and modern designs yielded a higher ROI.

They also offer a cheap and efficient way to skiptrace and send post cards, you can even design your own with their creator.

Investing in features like high-end appliances and modern designs yielded a higher ROI.

. - Furnishings and Design: Active vacation rentals are usually sold furnished, vacant homes are not.

From designing the marketing materials to engaging and closing the prospective investor Matt and his team have every aspect of this training covered.

Please note the information provided below is a layman's definition designed to provide a basic understanding for the general audience.