Its proximity to major attractions, businesses, and vibrant city life ensured strong demand from both tourists and professionals.

I think identifying these markets that have a history of vacation rentals (so STR regulations are not worried about), near State or Regional Attractions (alot of national attractions may be priced out but not all), while also being affordable for the average STR investor.

These updates include modernizing the interiors and improving the overall appeal of the building to attract tenants.

Overall I would say it is a great area to live in, because of jobs, cost of living, laws in place (this one more for the landlords), attractions, colleges, etc.

Known for attracting retirees, snowbirds, and international buyers, Florida’s real estate market sees consistent demand regardless of the season.

It all seems pretty feasible and attractive, but curious if there are many lenders or investors actively taking advantage of the program.   

That should attract a savvy renter that performs well because they want to protect their credit or the large deposit.

This comes with time and experience but a book that helped me tremendously (not really a sales book, though) was "Boundaries" by Henry Cloud.The most common challenges for RE Agents early relate to generating leads and focusing on income producing activity.I would consider spending 50-75% of your side-hustle time on income generating activities. 

Just change your settings and discounts to attract MTR or LTR crowds,  personally, I would be careful Of furnished finders.

While there are many options on the market, targeting neighborhoods with consistent renter demand and investing in well-maintained properties will help you attract tenants more quickly and reduce vacancy risk.