We haven’t really felt the effects of it yet but I think that is mainly due to the timeframe it takes for them to process claims and emotions from the devastation.

I also don't like the sardine effect where your just packed in a building, ocean lakes is tight with homes but still feels private at the house(s), golf cart community and 2 min from the ocean on a golf cart where ours are.

I'll include a BP article below that highlihgts the gist of them in alignment with BRRRRs.Also, I lived in NC for a bit, so happy to connect and introduce you to some folks in the area. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/brrrr-loans-what-are-the-...

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Being abroad adds risk to your file and terms will be effected in some way or another.  

Originally posted by @Kevin Lee Lawrence:My understanding is lease options are very effective in a buyer's market which is certainly not right now.

Are cold calling or broker relationships more effective?

I have heard vented units don't dry as effectively but haven't heard any complaints from my tenants and believe the technology continues to improve.

Looking into my crystal ball - which I still keep in my closet from my previous life on Capitol Hill - neither of these risks have a realistic path to a meaningful economic effect.

The only approach I’ve found effective is offering a deposit alternative, which lowers upfront costs for tenants without devaluing your property.