Our area, Destin FL. is somewhat new for AvantStay and they have had some growing pains with their resources in this area, BUT it has not impacted our experience or their quality of service.

Starting with the Right PropertyGiven that this is your first STR and you’re planning to manage remotely, I’d suggest focusing on a market with a strong local infrastructure for short-term rentals—like Panama City Beach or Destin.

And my final destination is Lake View haha that's the dream.Thanks for the meetups link!

From what I’ve read in The Economist, demand for “off-the-beaten-path” destinations has increased post-pandemic, as travelers seek quieter, less crowded areas.In my backyard, investors and homeowners alike are increasingly drawn to areas like Gilbert and Chandler due to their exceptional growth potential and quality of life.

The Great Smoky Mountains is the #1 destination of all national parks in the country.It's (probably) the #1 spot investors have focused on for investing. 

In the long term I expect Miami to outperform CPI because it is a destination location and coastal land is more constrained than inland (such as Midwest, central, etc).  

But I'd be shocked if people are getting significantly better numbers in similar "regional destination" type areas. 

While Vegas might feel like a good choice because it’s closer, let me make the case for Panama City Beach or Destin—they’re the kind of spots that could turn your first investment into a major win.Here’s the thing: PCB and Destin aren’t just beach towns—they’re vacation magnets.

Hey @Tonio Pearce - If you don't have an end destination, you won't know which road to take.If you can create a longer term vision (5-10 year) for your business, you can slowly back in next steps for (1 year, qtrly, weekly). 

This does not apply to physical stress, obviously.And life is always about the journey, not the final destination.