As best as I can tell on both sites, the algorithm looks something like this:Cheapest price>least restrictions (cancellation, # of days minimum, etc)>Premier/Super host>Review Scores>Most discounts (weekly, last minute, etc)>Regular revisions

The site we want is for sale, zoned correctly, priced right.One problem.  

I have seen many investors lose money due to purchasing site unseen.

@Chris KellyFind an on-site 3rd party to corroborate.

That all is changing now, ever since Hilco Redevelopment Partners purchased the property in 2020, and received concept and development site plan approvals in 2022 and 2023.

Luckily both sites collect the taxes for our place.Our little town did implement a 1% tax that I have to pay separately.

Rob just updated everything...here is the site he tells everyone to visit for STR cost seg.STR Cost Seg

Options are very good, just need to avoid sharp dips because I am wagering about 1k at a time and any bad luck and I lose the entire 1k.

And preparing a building site and installing a driveway are further considerations if I even decide to build something there.

Sites such as biggerpockets.com have many syndicators that participate in the forums.