I think I'd prefer consistent tenants over that, so the furniture might be more of a burden in that case.Running some conservative numbers looks like it's more of a 3% CoC return.

It doesn’t get too hot, or too cold, so you can stay consistent with any kind of investment here.

Having a really hard time finding a real estate tax planning CPA in or around Staten Island… Does anyone have a recommendation?

Know the market price and simply let the tenants know that effective (date), the rent will increase to $xxxx which is consistent with current market rent. 

Mailers (consistently), Website, Ad clicks and SEOs etc$30,000 - $40,000?

I will be moving back to the Big island soon and wanted to start making connections in Hawaii, I have looked through the forum here on BP and haven’t seen a REI meetup and wanted to know if there are any like minded investors on the big island that would like to start a group. 

This is really the only way to consistently ensure that you're able to have true deals in front of you, if you're the first and only one getting a shot at it!

I try to be consistent and I'm just trying to go in and pick the best in the field.

You'd be very smart to start assembling your 203k Team, which will consist of the REALTOR, lender, 203k Consultant, and contractor.REALTOR needs to not be afraid of the 203k and excited to use it.

Each island (key) has its own specific STR rules and regulations.