However, you should still be able to get a policy through the California FAIR plan or whatever it is called there.

For that reason, I am planning to list it myself vs. using my broker and paying a fee.   

If STR regulations come to the area, my plan is to do MTR and while it is not as much revenue as STR, I should be able to generate a decent return over a 5 year minimum hold. 

I plan on using DSCR loan and have a pre-approval.

(Most homes have been turned into str) The zoning should be changed by the end of the month.Our plans is to build 34 2/1s, 5 2/2s and 5 1/1 loft style apartments.

My plan is to purchase single family homes and rent them out using the BRRRR method.  

TIA all opinions welcome I’d start with talking to the planning department of that municipality to see what the property is zoned for and what the allowed uses are in that zoning. 

Revise your strategy as needed.I'm thinking especially in CA, I would also spend a day in eviction court. 

Our team has been quite satisfied with its capabilities for long-term rentals.As we look to the future, we're planning to expand into the Short-Term Rental (STR) market within the next few months.

Been thinking about this question a lot as I work with many real estate investors and I plan to be one myself.