The flood insurance factor was definitely a key consideration for me.

Partnering with investors, attending local meetups, and building a strong network would be key steps.

The key thing to remember about STR in Cashiers is that our "season" is really only about 12-16 weeks.

I'm fairly handy, but just to balance things with my 9-5 job, focusing on something that just needs superficial updates or something nearly turn-key is probably best. 

The key is to differentiate your offering!

I don't think there's any one platform that gets gold stars across the board. 

Disclosure is the key.

You could certainly reach this demographic, but it could also cost you substantially more than the return.For the money, your best bet is probably a dedicated website for your property with the key words that you want to convey.

When I had my own real estate practice, I advised landlords on tenant issues, negotiated cash for keys, and filed evictions. 

Here are key questions to ask before committing:1.