There are neighborhoods such as Olivia Beach that allow STR usages outright as well as pockets with specific Commercial Tourist Zoning that are not subject to a waitlist.The other major change to a top STR destination was in Rockaway Beach Oregon.

Lets review some major points as they are pertinent to my advice.1.  

Overall, sounds like there is more inventory coming on line in 2025 in some major markets so wondering what some of those leading indicators of a "bottom" might be.

Class D Property:This is where we find many older properties of more than 30 to 40 years old, in need of major repairs.

In areas like Frisco, Plano, or Arlington, proximity to major employers and universities like TCU or SMU can make a big difference.Stay Curious and PersistentReal estate investing is a marathon, not a sprint.

There is no "secret" to finding them--- you just have to search, but most major metros have them.

Tell him you'll give him a call :) This is one of the reasons why we tell tenants they need to vacate the property for any major repairs.  

Our home town is about 11/100 and me and my major competitor are still building.  

The biggest employer shut down about a year ago and 3  hurricanes (2 major) hit directly in the last year.

Real Estate Investing is for the vast majority of time not classical "investing", it's a business.