Louisiana is also a very landlord friendly state and that doesn't hurt either.I have been looking at the rental data in New Orleans lately and it seems like there may be a surplus of rentals available, most likely due to the STR rules causing people to switch to regular long-term rentals.

You are likely to appreciate, but you never know what will happen with the area as a short-term location so your hedge is on cash flow and maybe slower appreciation than regular single-family residential homes.

Next, I would find out who the attorney(s) is in your area that is known for regularly dealing with the Zoning Board.

Showing a profit is just a slight concern because it just adds to our regular tax burden from our day jobs.

If you’re referring to a special assessment, the ones for major expenses not covered by the regular dues, then maybe.  

It could be hard to prove with outside agents (regular buyer agents) as they don't log their clients in on showings, only themselves as the agent.

You should only be buying if the regular rate works for you guys.One other note to help you on your journey.

how's the whorehouse differs from regular house ?

Short term, assuming the real estate lobby doesn't sue this to keep delaying/appealing, once it goes into effect there will be no more broker fees paid by tenant *unless they hire the broker*Some long term effects I can predict already: - Landlords now having to absorb broker fees will bake this into the rent (e.g. how "no fee" units typically are priced a little higher than other units) - Real estate board will require another document (or checkbox) for tenants to sign stating that they're hiring the listing broker and responsible for compensating them for their fee *if* they apply and are approved- Regular New Yorkers will have an even harder time to find an apartment because you cannot legislate/regulate away a housing crises... 

Check their communication style - do they respond promptly, comfortable with video calls, and send regular updates?