Start to evaluate deals based on the income approach and you'll do much better long term investing. 

My plan is to set up a syndication fund with Canadian (and U.S) investors to purchase short-term rental properties in the Puerto Vallarta and Rivera Nayarit area (which is booming).

Given his spending habits during his first term, it might be a wash.Costs to build new properties will probably increase.

💪Flipping in C-D areas is smart for avoiding long-term headaches, especially when it's not worth the upkeep.

They are exceedingly rare, thus very expensive, but I believe they represent an excellent long term steady income and store of value.  

Run the numbers you may do better long term or renting as a whole unit.

Pensacola has a lot of potential, and I’ve seen investors do really well in the area with both long-term and short-term rentals.Since you’re just getting started, here are a few tips that might help:Know Your Market: Pensacola’s mix of military families, college students, and tourists means there’s a steady demand for rentals.

thanksRyan  @Ryan RuppertShopify is a great platform for e-commerce, but it might not be the best fit for managing STRs in the long term.

Quote from @Nathan Gesner: There were a couple experienced investors on the forums that loved to tell everyone they could manage a short-term rental in just five minutes a week. 

Encouraging property owners to sell these homes to renters could not only reduce housing costs but also revitalize communities, particularly in underserved areas, by fostering pride of ownership and long-term neighborhood investment.