This will always be a vacation destination because of how close we are to the City.

You may ­deduct 100% of your transportation expenses only if you spend more than 50% of your time on rental activities while at your destination.

So while our VRBO listing will remain until August 2018, I'm building a standalone website with VacationSoup's template, to join that destination marketing site's interconnectivity approach to VR's.

@Villy - Destin is one area we’re considering!

Now that it is on cruise control, I am looking to take the next step and do a BRRRR on a property.

As things are starting to open back up around here, were seeing a lot of built up demand especially from those in the greater LA/SD area, where drive up destinations are more preferable and attainable.

Kansas City is considered a perfect destination for real estate investment due to a variety of factors:-- Thriving local economy: Kansas City is home to several major corporations, including Sprint, Hallmark, and H&R Block.

Setting up key word alerts in your profile is also extremely helpful.Sounds like you need to rethink your aversion to debt to take advantage of the deals you are finding, and/or find a partner who wants to invest out of state and can bring cash.Rentometer.com may help with rents, but I find that cruising Craigslist once a week for my neighborhood is the best way to get accurate market rents.  

Lots of people go to Hawaii and other exotic destinations to "research real estate investment".  

As long as your new home costs equal to or greater than the selling price you get for your home, there is no tax on the gain.Please verify with your tax professional (I'm not one).David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.