At a lower price, good cash flow potential, convenient location, AirBnB potential.

Starting with duplexes would be a smart choice as it offers a good balance of affordability, manageable complexity, and the potential for solid cash flow.

Most of our STRs have an office set up of some sort or a spot to work with monitors and we do find this attracts a lot of guests where someone needs to work while the family enjoys the activities.Traveling nurses get a lot of the buzz around MTRs but displaced families from fires (Napa and Oregon do see a lot of these), other work force that can be remote or travel, or other potential guests.Also, definitely use Airdna or one of the other sites that estimate your revenue to see how it would perform in your market and then look at other listings as well to see what amenities they offer to see if you could be competitive in your market.

These are just a items I picked up on when reading your post you should be mindful of when communicating with potential partners.

I guess my situation is a little unusual - I have a potential tenant who has filled out applications but did not disclose they have an emotional support dog until we mentioned there will be a pet deposit since there will be a dog living on the property as well.

But with the right mindset, strategy, and connections, it can also be incredibly rewarding.I'm glad to hear that you're considering Roanoke Virginia as a potential location for your first investment.

Look for distressed or undervalued properties with the potential for value appreciation after renovations.

There are two potential violations from the city of Austin.

If you're looking for a market with great long-term appreciation potential, Columbus would be worth looking into. 

Are you looking at these properties as long-term investments, or are you considering potential exits in the near term?