Prepare to show detailed documentation of your STR performance, but keep in mind that consistency matters, and some lenders might prefer a more extended history.

Focus on performing your day to day operations in a manner that will reduce the risk of claims in the first places such as hiring reputable service providers, sign contracts each time you engage a 3rd party vendor & collect insurance certificates where you are listed as additional insured from everyone who performs work on a property you own or provides a service related to a property you own.

I never agree with appreciation as a reason for a poor performing STR.

Before committing, make sure the sponsor you’re buying from has a great performance record.

Now, let’s uncover additional details about the top-performing Airbnb listings in this particular subarea of Okaloosa Island.The chart above shows a table containing the top performing listings in Okaloosa Island in the past 12 months.

My cost basis would be 40 or 50% lower due to the fact I am performing most of the labor "free of charge". 

@Mark DiPietro we have a few units in Statesville and have been very happy with the performance.

It seems like Section 8 "influencers" are really taking hold on social media lately.

That advantage can translate into quicker growth or plugging holes during recessions by isolating and eliminating low performers or paying off higher grade individuals.

There are thousands of locations that make a great place for a STR, but if you can make it personal not only do I believe a self-managed STR performs better, but it helps with analysis paralysis.Also, if you need help running numbers, we offer that complementary to anyone, so feel free to reach out!