Something to consider is that while those rural vacation areas can cash flow, you might want to also look at larger cities like Columbus, Ohio, where STR demand is growing because of business travel, university traffic (Ohio State brings in 68k+ students plus tons of visitors), and big events tied to all the new development like Intel, Amazon, Google, and Honda.

Ohio, I’d suggest also looking at Columbus as you build your network—it’s one of the strongest markets in the Midwest right now with rapid population growth, tons of job creation, and huge developments like the $26B Intel plant plus expansions from Amazon, Google, Honda, Microsoft, and more.

Now do a google search but for "Sparefoot" in your city. 

If you’re looking in Ohio, I’d suggest putting Columbus high on your list—it’s one of the few metro areas where the fundamentals are really strong with population growth, job growth, and huge companies like Intel, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Honda, and Nationwide investing here.

For example, in Columbus, Ohio you can still find properties in the $120–180k range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow, and the long-term story here is really strong with population growth, job growth, and big players like Intel, Amazon, Google, Honda, and Microsoft moving in.

Columbus is still super affordable (you can find deals in the $130K–$180K range that hit the 1% rule), and it's growing fast with companies like Intel, Amazon, Google, and Honda pouring billions into the area.

Columbus is one of the strongest markets in the country right now with population growth, job growth, and companies like Intel, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Honda moving in, so investors are locking in solid cash flow plus great appreciation upside.

He is in Temecula, but I just met with him over Google Meet.  

Originally posted by @John Frantz:I was googling info about Blair.

The cheapest option isn’t always the best long-term partner.Reputation: Check Google reviews and their overall online presence.References: Ask to speak with a current client to hear their perspective on working with the company.Referrals: If you know people locally, see who they recommend—good PMs usually have a strong community presence.Hope this helps as you narrow down your options!