My top reasons are:- Current income- Hope of price appreciation- Vacation home to go to- Store of value/hedge against inflationOne other reason for me that I am not sure is captured in the original list is that STRs is what my market gave me.

high rise condos appeal to a very limited market of buyers.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

@Nelson Sbravatti in my opinion, Jackson County is a better investment market.

I have felt several of those same pains at times while brokering deals and helping my clients navigate the STR market here in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle. 

Wow! Looks like there is a lot more movement this month in Dallas-Fort Worth!

For a comprehensive view of the Las Vegas investment market, message me for my blog link.

In these markets, you may need to get creative!

This is why MHPs with homes attached are so difficult to market. 

It might be worth looking into specialized insurance providers that cater more to investors with rental portfolios, as they usually understand the nuances of long-term investing and tend to be more flexible.Also, if you're investing in certain markets, like Indianapolis, where property values are lower, you can sometimes balance these insurance hiccups with much better returns on your investments.