Quote from @Parris Taylor: If you only had 30 minutes a week to manage your rentals…What’s the first thing you’d automate?

I’ll be putting down $100K, financing $80K per year directly with the owner for two years, then moving into permanent commercial financing.Vision: My plan is to grow revenue to $200K+ by expanding the pontoon fleet, opening a small camp store, and adding some guest experience upgrades (fire pit area, lawn games, cabin amenities).Why I’m posting:I’d love to connect with others who have purchased or are operating resorts, campgrounds, marinas, or short-term rental portfolios.I’m looking for insights on financing, automation tools (property management software, keyless entry, etc.), and off-season revenue ideas.I also want to learn how others balance lifestyle, family, and operations in a seasonal business.This is a big leap for our family, and I’m grateful for the chance to learn from this community.

zoning and permitting requirements for your MTR use?

You would need to apply for a special use permit OR go illegally at your own risk.HOAs: Good chance at finding a non-HOA.AirDNA Score: 98/100 primarily thanks to revenue growth and seasonality.

I’ve found that automating as much as possible (rent collection, maintenance requests, bookkeeping) makes it easier to step away.Happy to keep the conversation going! 

For example an oceanfront property with a transferrable STR permit went pending in one week..and at least 5/10 of our top luxury STR prospects are off the board..Advice to anyone, anywhere on how to close a (healthy) STR on a tight timeline:- First and foremost - perspective: Acquiring a turn-key (particularly luxury) STR in real estate terms is the equivalent of purchasing a Ferrari.

But you need to be ready to buy the land, immediately get it entitled and permitted, and start building as soon as possible.

Make sure all four units can legally transfer permits—otherwise you might find yourself holding a “fourplex” that only pencils as a duplex.Cash reserves: I’d plan on holding enough reserves to float one full off-season of debt service.

With new construction, you’re often looking at 9–12 months depending on permitting, inspections, and build speed.

Most investors struggle to keep costs/permits under control; that’s where your expertise gives you a huge edge.