The STR regulations are very black and white and I don’t see many, if any, clients having issues with obtaining insurance if the house is in good condition.

As for my Airbnb research, I have spoken with a person who runs numerous Airbnb’s in a different area (city atmosphere) who provided good ideas on how to smoothly run the property.

Not following the requirements (within Seattle city limits will likely have additional rules and regulations) opens the seller up to liability.Additionally, the seller always has the option of offering "cash for keys" arrangement but be sure that no funds change hands until after the property is vacated and locks are changed.John

My team is also well connected to this sector of the industry allowing us to be experts in Land listings as well as have access to numerous Off-Market Listings.

It just obviously won't be market specific.On a personal rezoning I did for a house hack new-construction triplex, I was asked numerous questions about how many bushes and trees I was going to plant.

For STRs, focus on areas with robust tourism and flexible regulations.

Check local regulations on maximum number of unrelated people living under 0ne roof. 

Ramsha - most of the regulation for a STR is controlled by the neighborhood HOA.

I find trying to slog my way through government regulations to be a bit overwhelming.

The regulations around what properties you can add Tiny homes too was cumbersome.