@Jerry Zigounakis For your STR in Big Bear, forming a CA LLC is ideal for liability protection, even with the $800 annual franchise tax and possible gross receipts fees.

If you'd like to, let's jump on a call to see if we'd be a good fit to work together.What would you estimate the average rent to be on one of the smaller new builds say in the high 280s a 3bd/2ba.

The sellers are mostly hedge funds selling non-performing mortgages and the buyers are ideally local investors who would be likely buyers for the REOs once the foreclosures are completed.

Ideally, looking for turn-key properties

If it does not fit, you must aqui....

I’m happy to connect and also let you know about deals that come across my desk that might fit your criteria.

In other words, FB marketplace cast offs won't be the best fit unless you're lucky enough to come by some Pottery Barn or West Elm or brands like that. 

The idea of “giving back” by providing the kind of experience you’ve appreciated as a traveler is such a fantastic approach and will definitely resonate with renters, especially healthcare professionals.Single-family homes and cabins sound like a perfect fit for what you’re envisioning.

My family actually have some properties in FL, and I have also researched this area quite a bit and I saw it might fit my strategies. 

Ideally, you want a 700+ score.