I am Texas based so may answers will skew more towards my region but I would leave to hear what are some other areas you may be paying attention to that isn't as popular as some of the main stays (Smokies, Joshua Tree, etc)Mine right now are 1.

This should transfer the weight of the room to the new support as the seasons change.  

Platforms like CINC (Commissions Inc) and BoomTown are popular among realtors for managing lead generation and tracking and often support custom single-property pages too.

The state’s popularity among snowbirds (temporary winter residents) helps support demand in the colder months, allowing for a more stable real estate cycle than in states with harsher winters.Phoenix, for instance, has one of the fastest-growing housing markets in the country, with consistent demand for both primary and secondary residences.

This is particularly beneficial in popular tourist areas where demand for short-term lodging is high.Flexibility: Owners can choose when to rent their property, allowing them to use it personally during off-peak times.Support for Local Tourism: STRs provide a unique lodging option for tourists, helping to boost the local economy by attracting visitors who may prefer a home-like stay over traditional hotels.Diversification for Investors: STRs provide real estate investors with an additional income stream, especially if they own properties in tourist-heavy areas.Cons:Strict Regulations and Higher Fees: San Antonio recently updated its STR regulations.

Despite its popularity, very few actually understand the asset class and how to achieve optimal returns.

It was not a fast job and they overloaded the back of the pickup quite a bit weight wise.

So, similar to Marcus, one of the happiest days of my life was when I hired out my bookkeeping - total weight lifted off my shoulders!

But they are not very popular and usually for larger properties.

The Hocking Hills is popular for short term rentals but is competitive.