My number 1 tip would be to go off market and find owner that wants to sell at a discount / prefers speed and convenience. 

This is a FREE service provided by the bank, and we have used this account for about 15 years or so. 

Regards,VivienHouse hacking a 2-4 unit property is a convenient way to get started and a useful strategy for growing your portfolio!

Investors come to our market because of the low barrier to entry and that we have a solid tenant base that provides solid cash flow to out-of-state investors like yourself.

We didn't provide full cable so instead we provided Hulu.

The convenience and luxury of living alone is worth it to some for the benefits.

As far as ethically that is part of my nature and I don't care for the aggressive (potentially predatory) strategies discussed by others, but I see value in offering a transparent and convenient service with lower costs and faster turnarounds than traditional MLS transactions. 

I’ve experienced success in the STR market here in St Pete myself but I’ve since transitioned my properties to long term rentals for convenience and time management sake.

Only an investment team can provide the crucial local knowledge you need.Moreover, you'll need various resources to find, validate, inspect, renovate, and manage a property.

Yes - having a small trash can in each room is a nice touch—it shows attention to detail and makes your guests' stay more convenient.