I’ve visited a few in the past couple years that have been depressing to say the least (poor service, unhygienic, etc.), and think there’s a tremendous opportunity to open one that offers great service to the rapidly aging population of baby-boomers looking for this type of support.

If so, I know a lot of people get second homes that they visit 5 or 6 times a year that they STR the rest of time so I know it is possible but I am not sure if this is allowed or not and I am assuming a lender would notice this when they see the insurance coverage on the property that covers STR?

This would be letters and postcards.I think it's unique and memorable.

Are there places that either you visit on a regular basis or would like to visit? 

My strategy for this deal was to take on responsibility for the POS items, offer no contingencies (after my agent and contractor visited and took video), and all cash.

Bought $34,900 cash, have contractor quote $10-15k to renovate, comps/ARV $70-80k, $900/mo rentThis last month was our first time actually visiting the state (from WA), as we were under contract for a larger deal that fell out on due diligence.

@Jacob Gammon Have you driven the neighborhood and visited the property?

Whoever you might consider, I'd recommend that you visit the market and provider you are considering before closing on any deal. 

I think the STL market is unique in that it's full of all these sub-markets (CWE, Soulard, etc...).

So it behaves in its own unique ways.