@Heather Devries Have you connected with an investor-friendly agent yet? 

A friend of mine is Trying to decide on a new heating unit.

A lot of their friends are coming down to the cape/fort myers area and having a hard time finding places to rent.

This has to be one of the least friendly states to be a landlord, and the taxes are high.

We are managing a $2B portfolio that consists of individual investors.  8,000 properties over two decades. 

We had a small bathroom that was going to be way too dark if we closed off the window, instead we built a custom frame out of pvc boards and had a friends glass company build me a thermopane glass panel that was frosted and tempered. 

For individuals navigating the demands of a w2 job and grappling with substantial tax obligations, exploring the potential of short-term rentals unveils a compelling avenue to mitigate tax burdens.

Looking for general guidance and advice from experienced individuals.

Subsequent years: Alternate satisfying test #3 with one couple participating in at least 100 hours of activity (and more than any other individual) and the other couple not meeting participation test. 

As for the best markets, look for areas with strong job markets, population growth, and landlord-friendly laws for good cash flow in both long and short term rentals.