Looking on the events page the closest upcoming event I see is Destin/Fort Walton Beach Networking with @Arianne L this Tuesday Sep 19th. 

short-term and vacation destinations are in general is most profitable but is most vulnerable at times like now.many places have 30 day minimum restrictions and that trend will continueSo yes corporate rentals are by far the best combo but you may need to do your own marketing/networking to get corporate clients.since i do this as a side gig, I needed to be more passive so I let Airbnb and VRBO do all the marketing for me.  

In that time, the town has gone from a sleepy little town and fishing village to a growing tourist and traveler destination.

Hello everyone. I’m new here and to investing, and just wanted to introduce myself.

Like many of you, I’ve put in the hours and years at my day job, saved, done the right things, and realized that I need to be doing...

The general idea is that mastering anything - from your profession to your relationships or hobbies is a continuous path, and never a destination.

Also, what was the quality of the on base housing compared to off base.As far as the destinations you mentioned, I know there are definitely opportunities in Oceanside, CA near Camp Pendleton and Desert Hot Springs and Cathedral City near 29 Palms.

If you locate right you will be within your range for Chicago (depending on where your destination is).

Birmingham has proven to be a big destination for young professionals with degrees - a group that  starts more businesses at a younger age than previous generations.

Buy in a destination location.Watch the HOA fees. 

I found a property that I am very interested in, namely for a personal property but can be used as a short term rental as it is in a popular vacation destination.