You're definitely in a unique situation, but there are some SOPs that apply here. #1, know your guest avatar.

Malls are uniquely designed so hard to use the existing structure for something else. 

Exploring AZ, TX, OH, and FL makes a lot of sense—those markets are active, and Florida, in particular, could offer unique opportunities with properties affected by recent hurricanes.

What unique features of this property do you believe makes it a good STR6.

I don't have to worry about collateral casualties from a round going through a wall, like with a rifle, and the best thing is the unique sound working the pump makes.

Rental property owners expecting high occupancy may need to adjust their timelines and rental projections.On the flip side, this delay also presents a unique opportunity for strategic investors.

Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. 

Everything is nicely organized and labeled.

However, before doing anything I take my time to gather information, think outside the box, connect with people who have done the very thing that other people say is impossible, stay patient, see whether there are any unique solutions I can bring, and only then decide what to do.Thanks a lot for your feedback, and I'm looking forward to learning more, especially on the thesis of not using short-term debt for a long-term investment.  

The model you should go with will ultimately depend on what the group is optimizing for (cashflow, appreciation, tax optimizations, diversification, and maybe even a little bit of social value doing something fun, potentially lucrative, and unique w friends).