AirBNB is a platform, a STR is the rental.

I'm not saying you can't make a decent return on rentals - I and many others here have done great with it - but if you have a well-functioning, profitable business that you know, why would you gamble money into Memphis *******es, to put it bluntly? 

The  own/landlord has not responded to inquiries or inquest for an application on real estate platform (e.g., Zillow, Hotpads).

HI All, I’m new to this platform and investing.

From what I read in Bloomberg recently, investors gravitate towards platforms they trust on a personal level.I’ve found that blending personal touches with strategic growth means knowing your audience and what makes them tick.

Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

PadSplit has developed a platform that aligns incentives among residents, property owners, and communities to make affordable housing possible for the private market.

I understand being in high cost market and it being difficult to buy but the "cash flow on paper" inexpensive markets is a gamble.

@Barre Gambling I am curious... in your opinion, is our area in central NC underserved outside of the Raleigh-Cary-Durham MSAs?

Before listing it on an STR platform, I need to make some improvements to my current home.How can I maximize tax write-offs for these improvements?