Real estate investing is a team sport and at different points in the game different players will play more important roles.

My strategy is the long game, buy and hold, build equity and cash flow down the road.

To win the STR game, especially if you're a new entrant, the most important aspects are 1) Amenities2) Location3) Property type4) UniquenessAll are geared toward you standing out on Airbnb/VRBOHot tubs, fire pit, bowling alley, pools etc. or being in the best location in an area as well as being to host a large group are all things to help you win.

It doesn't help with your tax issue but keeps you in the real estate game with a lot less headaches.

In the end, you have 2 choices when there is a change, blame the system or find a way to win the game.

For example, I would place one in the game room if it is located on the opposite end of the hallway from the bathroom.

Person new to real estate trying to get in the “game” with little or no capital and trying creatively.  

Let’s be honest, I’ve watched folks who jump into this game as if playing roulette.. firing off offers on duplexes in Phoenix or leaning on some “sure-thing” house hack in Austin without ever sketching out their plan.

I personally like one sponsor who has been through multiple real estate cycles without losing any investor money, puts very large amounts of skin in the game, is conservatively leveraged and has a very good 1031 exchange program.

Your nightly rate will be influenced by proximity to the beach, interior design and amenities (ex game options, fire pit, pool, etc).