It isn't having paid off properties that offers security, there are still taxes, insurance, maintenance and management involved. 

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

I did as she asked and managed to book 6 of the 14 nights she had cancelled.

I’m a real estate broker, Investor, and property manager in Lee County.

Currently, I have an LLC that operates as a management company, which collects all the income from my two short-term rental properties.

Try interviewing at least three managers.1.

Quote from @Krishnan Iyer: Hey Tom, I use Stessa to manage all my income and expenses (bookkeeping) for all my properties.

Can it integrate with your bookkeeping software (like QuickBooks or a property management tool)?

.- I would highly suggest you plan on using a property management company.

And manage for the investors on the back end.