First thing to do is check with the city or county to make sure the ADU would be permitted to be a STR.

Hi everyone,I'm looking to invest in short-term rentals in California but want to focus on markets that have a relatively smooth and less restrictive process for obtaining permits.

For instance, in New York State, it's not permitted to collect last month's rent, additional security deposits beyond one month's rent, or pet deposits.Regarding the carpet issue, even tenants without pets can sometimes leave carpets in less-than-ideal condition after a couple of years.

Are there listings easy to recreate?

Timing your permits and applications might be tricky.

You know how to get your permits.

Duplex have different zoning that may permit additional units.

Will I still be permitted to file an affidavit of memorandum EVEN THOUGH my closing date has now come and gone and I am technically in breach of contract?

Plus they are just lovely to work with.And yes a 15 year veteran in both residential and commercial construction, we pull permits. 

Why recreate the wheel.