We’ve seen this issue cause otherwise wonderful new builds to sit on the market because it just doesn’t work with peoples furniture. 

Some folks have already given good advice, and I want to add a quick tip for how to get data on potential STR properties.

Many investors share opportunities, tips, and advice in these groups, which could lead to mentorship connections.Shadowing tips.

I’d greatly appreciate any advice, tips, or insights you could share—especially if you’ve done something similar.

and some guidance from the FTC is here: https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advic...Simple solution - DON'T.

(that means I work for Airbnb as an independent contractor, a paid, by Airbnb, consultant to new Hosts).Here is my "tip" that I send to new Hosts:"Pricing is key and worth doing some homework.

.- They often get sold Class C or D properties while using Class A assumptions - then wonder why they are losing money.Here's some copy & paste info that you hopefully find helpful:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

That's not even the tip of the iceberg; it's so far away.

Does anyone have any tips/ advice to help make sure my property will appraise for what I planned on based on my rehab?

Any tips?