PM fees are high, exactly because so much work is required in managing STR.  

So, I went hunting.Huntsville, Alabama, caught my attention because it’s a highly educated city with growing industries and a stable, diverse economy, as well as a really high quality of life compared to the surrounding areas. 

Budget carefully, prioritize high-ROI renovations, and adhere to strict timelines to maximize profitability.

However, with high rates, the next mortgage would be very expensive, and a vacancy would be intensely expensive with two mortgages.

Hi Ralph, A big part of SEO of a site is content, emphasizing quality, keyword optimization and user experience.

@Nicholas A. your shotgun approach has a high probability of getting the exact quality you put into it.95%+ of real estate agent, many of them posting they are "investor-friendly", only know how to deal with owner-occupied transactions. 

Usually the numbers don't work to build in these neighborhoods, unless government tax credits, etc.Do you see the problem with your two statements:"The turnover costs could/will be high"and"How much more damage could they do?"

Quote from @V.G Jason: Buy 2-3 quality rentals with a 1.25 DSCR.

Some people will say, "Take out a quality Insurance Policy and you will be protected."

Quality and risk in Cleveland and Akron neighborhoods will vary widely.