I am not buying in cities for a downtown hip vibe sort of thing.When you research an area, first check and see what kind of rules/regs there are on STRs.

Check out some of things happening in Detroit in 2024:https://michiganchronicle.com/2024/01/03/major-developments-that-will-define-detroit-in-2024/Your first question shouldn't be WHERE to invest (that is #2 question), but HOW you will invest!

I do currently work full time so I would like to put it up on furnished finder as a 1-3 month minimum rental to start out and be able to run background checks etc. 

You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

I have read that it can be a chore to get through the rigamarole, especially around the revenue stuff. 3 and 4 plexs are supposed to be hard, but I haven't checked so run it down.

It is definitely on my list now to check on future properties. 

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You can do most of the screening process and background check part from afar and get a new tenant set.

Air DNA I am hearing is the most accurate but curious if theres a way to check this without a systems monthly payment.Also, any realtors in the Highlands, NC or Hilton Head Island area that specialize in off market deals or STR would be super helpful~!

For daily use checking up on partial payers:   Sum up the payements received AND give detailed payements for the last 3 mo,  set the date range.