We work to keep it a casual, no pitch environment 

There are often unexpected expenses, and you want to make sure you have enough cushion to get through those surprises.Given the current low inventory environment, I would say securing a good deal is challenging (though not impossible) in general.

I kept that mindset too long into the higher rate environment and have recently shifted my perspective especially on refinances and here is why:1) To frame this, it is important to first consider the total cost of refinancing. 

Your STR Market Insights Report is comprehensive, but adding seasonality trends, regulatory environment insights, and a competitive analysis would enhance its value.

The Louisiana insurance environment is in a bit of a rough patch at the moment with few carriers writing policies.

Repeat: Continue to scale the portfolio, leveraging both equity and cash flow from previous projects.Why I Chose Missouri:Missouri, particularly the Lee's Summit area, appears to offer a great environment for BRRRR investing.

What type of returns do they produce, esp. in a medium-interest-rate environment?

For buyers, the current environment offers the chance to negotiate better deals, particularly in areas where sellers are more motivated.

DMU is the closest to a campus environment, but it's small and it will be relocating to West Des Moines soon so I'm not sure what that means for those apartments...Maybe Ames is worth a look if you are actually looking for college rentals. 

As you've mentioned, markets have experienced staggering increases, sometimes in the triple digits, due to natural disasters, inflation, and changes in the insurance industry.Adjusting ExpectationsIn my opinion, underwriting for 5-10% YOY increases seems much more aligned with the current environment.