However, I am intrigued by the STR market and would like to connect to see if I could add value to someone in their business or help (Co-Host) managing their STR.

I believe you would look at market analysis of what tenants would be in each of those scenarios and compare the proforma on each. 

I'm a Licensed Real Estate Agent in Upstate NY - more specifically the Capital District outside of Saratoga Springs, NY. 

For Example, my Note Investing notebook has Sub Categories for Consolidated Note Resources, Goals, Note Buying Criteria, Foreclosure Timelines and Costs, State Specific Notes, Systems for The Note Business, Collection Time Tables, Note Conferences, Bankruptcy in Notes.. 

Toledo is ranked #1 for 2024.https://www.cleveland.com/news/2023/12/ohio-town-ranked-no-1-us-housing-market-of-2024-realtorcom-says.html

I got this property at the right time, it was on the market for $699,000.00, seller needed to sell, I offered $550,000.00 after they cut to $650,000.00 and we agreed on $600,000.00.

They offer flexibility and are specifically designed for rental properties.Best,Stacy

I am currently in the market for land where I can build a new construction (ground-up construction).I recently read about the HomeStyle loan on BiggerPockets and wondering if anyone in Chicago has had experience they can share?

1) Specifically looking at the midwest, I personally am doing a lot of business in Ohio. 

If its specific to the Detroit, MI area even better.Thanks