Murry, welcome and what a nice strategic partner you have on your team. 

Petersburg, FLGreat topic, Matthew—this kind of proactive thinking is exactly what separates reactive landlords from strategic investors.

That kind of strategic guidance can make or break the guest experience and your bottom line.I believe a well-designed STR isn’t about buying pretty furniture, it’s about creating an experience that drives bookings and 5-star reviews.

Door-knocking definitely has its place, but like you said, it can feel a bit cold and disconnected these days, especially with all the Ring cameras and people being more guarded.There are definitely better and more strategic ways to go about it, especially when it comes to timing and research.

With the right support, you can structure your investments strategically, saving time, avoiding costly mistakes, and protecting what you’ve worked hard to build.Smart investing isn’t just about acquiring assets, it’s about safeguarding them.

My current work centers on evaluating value-add and stabilized deals with strong operational upside and in-place cash flow.My background includes building multiple successful businesses in the fitness and education space, which taught me the importance of systems, strategic execution, and building high-performance teams.

There’s a canyon-sized difference between a reno or new build that looks nice, and one that is strategically engineered to be a magnet for A+ tenants or top-dollar buyers. 

Everyone has access to the MLS, syndication sites, and the same social platforms—but not everyone will grind to make deals happen.In my experience, many agents say they want investor business, but don’t realize it often means showing on short notice, answering calls after hours, running numbers, and being strategic—not just optimistic.

Most people get this wrong in the beginning and therefore approach REI the wrong way and build their business around a faulty assumption - huge strategic mistake.

At your age, the best thing you can do is stack knowledge and relationships now, and then move forward strategically and conservatively once you have income, credit, and some capital to work with.