But it is the reason why some hosts thrive long term while others lose money, shut down, or are forced to pivot under pressure.Let’s talk about what actually decides whether your short term rental succeeds.Why Market Selection Matters More Than Interior DesignYou can have the most beautifully designed property with every amenity guests love, but if the city suddenly restricts short-term rentals, the neighborhood pushes back, tourism demand is unstable, or licensing and tax costs eat into your margins, décor and pricing strategies won’t save the investment.

Would also love to hear where current STR are thriving in the U.S. 

In addition to pursuing his calling of building thriving communities, his passions revolve around his faith, his family, and philanthropy.I guess we read different version or interpreted it differently.

It was an interesting experiment in branding and management, but most of the big players that succeed there have more vertical integration.For individual operators though... smaller, flexible businesses can thrive where giants fail.

That’s why a lot of investors are leaning into one of two routes:Out-of-state investing in high-cash-flow or appreciation marketsTurnkey rentals—which let you deploy capital quickly into stable, rehabbed, and tenanted assetsWhy Turnkey Might Make Sense for You -Given your new career transition and interest in scaling without getting bogged down in renovations or property headaches, turnkey properties offer a few key advantages:You buy back your time while building cash flow and equityYou can invest in stronger rental markets, even if they’re out of stateIt helps you stay passive, but still profitable—a smart move as you juggle tech work and RE growthWith your background in problem-solving and systems from the automotive and tech industries, you’ll likely thrive in identifying scalable solutions—and turnkey could be one of them.If you're open to exploring markets or want to know what kind of returns to expect from a well-vetted turnkey deal, happy to share some examples or walk through the numbers.Either way, congrats again on your first win—and excited to see where you take it next!

All states have some degree of crime but there are also beautiful areas thriving, that have little to no crime.

While many investment classes face uncertainty, multifamily commercial real estate continues to demonstrate remarkable strength because it's a sophisticated strategy positioned at the intersection of necessity, resilience, and scalability.Why Multifamily Thrives in These ConditionsHere’s a breakdown of why this asset class is so robust:🏗️ Chronic Housing Under-supplyA fundamental reason for multifamily's strength is that housing demand consistently outpaces supply.

Understanding and adapting to these shifts is key—not just to survive, but to thrive.

The guys and gals who are still thriving usually aren’t just doing one thing — they’re layering SMS, calls, ads, and mail, and then letting automation + follow-up convert the leads.AI is taking a big leap in this right now , helping you with out reach and follow up.If youre interested in talking more we can set up a time.

Note I am not bothered by conflict; maybe even thrive with conflict.