Pick one with value add potential.  

STR's don't create real estate value they are a business  I have a dozen and am building 2 more this year so I like the business model and I have over 100 regular rentals.   

With experience in construction and sales, you'll definitely be able to use those skills to your advantage when doing value-add deals.The better the deal is, the easier it will be to do the BRRRR method and you can find some of the best deals off-market, so it's important to build a solid network and create deal flow so you can see as many opportunities as possible. 

While I’m open to both turn-key and fixer-upper properties, my preference leans slightly toward value-add opportunities where I can improve the property and increase equity or cash flow.That said, I’m also happy to consider turn-key options that provide immediate cash flow if they fit within my investment strategy.

Focus on building cash flow and equity while targeting value-add opportunities to transition into shopping centers and strip malls over time.Good luck!

Even at a high cap rate you've got several million dollars of market value here, so I'm curious about your base numbers.

It will be about 3% of tax value which is the sale price in a recent sale.

Through cash via 2 investors.How did you add value to the deal?

That ultimately means their property value goes down, and around 65% of the Nation are homeowners:https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/RHORUSQ156N  Great point Jake.

With increased competition, renters are opting for homes that offer better value, updated features, and overall appeal.Final ThoughtsThis market shift is a wake-up call for investors and property owners in Charlotte.