It's the lenders who usually require that the property is listed under an entity, depending on the state that they operate on.

There are cheaper one’s in D/F areas but I would be careful as those can create a laundry list of additional issues.

Most of the US real estate market has seen inventory continue to rise with a lot of relisting and stale dated listings, but Valdosta seems to be a “Great White Buffalo” (if you get the movie reference).

So whether it books on the hotel site or Airbnb, AirDNA will see it booked either way.The only potential discrepancy is if they're listing it for a very different rate on the hotel site than on the Airbnb site. 

Along with your list, consider building a local team in each market to make managing your STR easier.

Ryan Dossey that's a great Pro Tip, that I will write right along slide my list.

They used to offer exclusive properties but now it appears that they are pulling MLS listings and will connect you with an agent.

The problem is that you don't get an opportunity to do an inspection before you buy.If you buy pre-sale from the owner, you have arrears to bring current, getting the owner to move after you have solved their problem and taken the pressure off, along with the previously listed concerns.

I have made my own list of leads as well with some properties that I find vacant, probate, tax lien. but have only helped an out of state realtor on a deal a yr ago. and 2025 I would like to have the right people to go to with questions and or properties when I talk/find home owners that are willing to get rid of the property as well. 

Exploring alternative options, I inquired about a property that was listed for rent.