Quote from @Joseph Hossenlopp: Quote from @Matt Mertz: In addition to cheaper prices through Minoan, they set up a site for your property with affiliate links in it. 

It’s a little more work to set up, but if you get a solid property manager, it’s not as scary as it sounds.If I were you, I’d keep digging into the Capitol region, NJ, and CT—compare the numbers, and maybe even start building connections with agents or wholesalers in those areas.

Make sure your photos are professional, your description is engaging, and you’ve set competitive prices based on your local market.

If they pay earlier than their set up date, unnecessary emails stating payments need to be set up go out.

@Daniel Vo, sent you a message but I am proof that you can start in your late 30's and figure this all out while still serving and setting yourself up to grow even more when you retire from the military.

If you can't do that, they make boxes you can put over the themostats in your tenants apartment, you can set it to room temperature and lock the box. 

I am of the opinion that the best STRs are properties that don't compete with hotels - meaning that they are 4-5 bedrooms for large groups or have a unique location/setting. 

Real estate is not a get rich quick scheme or something I would quit my day job for unless you are set up for it.

But since we are still small, we (the ownership) don't have any set titles as of now.

In today's competitive real estate market, having modern amenities can set your property apart, making it more attractive to a wider audience.