If you stick to American name brand units that are basic - no fancy sensors, doodads or anything else - W/Ds are surprisingly durable, even with renters.

Maybe city is getting ready to go crazy on solar and needs a spot for a battery storage area. 

Brands like DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita are highly rated for durability and performance, and they often have good discounts around Black Friday.

Plus it is pretty durable as well.Avoids the seams like LVP and won't be as labor intensive to install.

.- Furnishings and Decor: High-quality, durable items are worth the initial investment.- Insurance: Short-term rental insurance (beyond renters') can protect you from guest-related risks.- Licensing or Permits: Check if your area requires permits, as some cities have fees for short-term rental operators.Breakeven Analysis: To calculate your breakeven occupancy rate, add all monthly expenses (rent, utilities, cleaning, insurance, etc.).

It's a smaller town that is seeing growth from a billiion dollar EV Battery plant that Honda is building about 15 minutes away from it. 

I want durable, stain resistant everything in STRs.

The brick construction is a plus for durability, but check for any signs of foundation issues, especially if the property has settled over the years.Be sure to budget for updates to key systems—plumbing and electrical upgrades can be pricey but crucial for tenant safety and modern functionality.

Now that I know that Quartz/Granite is more affordable I will check into it for our next reno coming up, but laminate has been really durable for us in our last 2 personal homes as well.

If you leave batteries there, that helps for that purpose since nothing else uses those batteries anymore.5.