Robuilt from the BP podcast put up a different perspective on why hotels and motels are the antiquated model instead, and Airbnb probably will keep a foothold on the STR industry.

@Spencer ZeffThis is by far the most antiquated part of the landlord/property management system.

@Leslie Anne Morris ^^^ Don't use IKEA, typically all junk particle board with twist-lok fasteners....We use either high-end thrift stores or the less expensive antique stores....good solid wood furniture with character that will last forever...

And we've found that good quality thrift stores and antique stores will provide a much nicer product than almost anything new.

You can get some really neat stuff at thrift stores and lower end antique stores for not much $$.Never had anything taken......

Is it some antique form of doing business from the 1890's or thereabouts (???)

Not for bulk purchases: I have had success finding old knobs, pulls and hinges at antique and architectural salvage stores, which are far more common in the Northeast US than in other regions.

I work for a boutique shop in the ivanhoe/antique district right on orange ave and we invest as well so if you ever need help or advice feel free to get in touch!

He furnishes the units with antiques ... one unit even has a piano ... and provides linens and cook/dishware.  

Met some great people and they were reasonably priced but their materials were quite antiquated (what exactly am I paying $400-500 for?).