Hi Isaiah, I am based in Fort Lauderdale and can speak to the local market directly.  

Prices are far lower there “relatively” speaking due to low demand.  

Would love any input you would have, especially from Canada, but anyone really.I have helped dozens of buyers and sellers in these communities and can speak from both a Realtor and investor perspective, but not an owners view 5.

I am open to Real Estate in any region.I am willing to speak and connect with everyone.

Once it's placed into services as a rental, the property taxes will be a rental expense.I agree with Gregory above and speak with the company he has his mortgage with.

Personal usage will negate the losses from the cost seg in the first year, so we suggest avoiding it.

Although I can't speak to the Banner Elk market, I'd be happy to share any insight on just STR investing in general as it related to our experience in Western NC.Good luck!

Quote from @Simon Walker: Quote from @Andrew Syrios: Could you "split the difference" so to speak and go back to work for yourself but limit the number of clients you take on so you only need to work 20 or so hours a week?

.- Tenant submitted a work order for low water pressure in 2 bathrooms- Tenant submitted a work order because the garage door doesn't close all the way and left a 2-3 inch gap at the bottom- Owner initially refused to address either work order- Owner demanding the tenants place furniture pads on each piece of furniture- Owner calling multiple times to speak through the work orders, asking when they've been scheduled, calling a couple days later requesting the invoices- Owner calling because they want to access their storage in the basement so they can remove several pieces of furniture being stored- Owner now emailing requesting multiple property inspections throughout the lease cycle- Owner questioning my experience and relative PM knowledge because I'm not following up with her in a timely manner (the following day after the work order)Keep in mind, this is 2 weeks after the tenants had moved in and the tenants are very happy in the home.This is something we see on a regular basis.

Any feedback positive or negative would be appreciated!