If you prefer building over landlording, look into small-scale spec builds or partnering with investors.Hope that helps!

Since they're high income like you said, they may not mind or even prefer this vs having to maintain more cleanliness themselves.

Good question — that one comes up a lot.The main reason some investors prefer DSCR loans not to report to personal credit is flexibility.

Any advice on preferred property layouts or amenities that perform best in this sub-market (for example, decks, hot tub, lake view, or easy winter access)?

She also expressed a finer-grain understanding of the impact on the host's metrics (if it looks like I'm not accepting the booking) as she said she had to place a separate request for me not to be penalized.A few months ago, I could "push" through the acceptance by switching to the VRBO app on my phone (vs desktop- which is my preference).

"Dead Internet Theory" is the idea that we are transitioning to less and less human interaction online and mostly bots and AI generated content.

This is my thinking (and this would depend on the local market): My preference is SRF/SFH not only for the reasons you mention but because there is better appreciation.

., $2.50/sf flooring) with pre-approved SKU lists to control change orders.Build a dependable labor benchMaintain a preferred-vendor roster (primary + backup) for each trade.Offer fast pay terms (e.g., net-7 on verified milestones) in exchange for pricing and priority.Test small jobs first; promote trades to your A-list only after on-time, on-budget performance twice.Standardize to reduce wasteCreate repeatable finish schedules (same trim profile, faucet line, paint palette) so crews work faster and leftovers are reusable.Pre-kit jobs: one delivery per room (box includes all hardware, fixtures, and consumables).Contracting disciplineUse fixed-scope, milestone-based contracts with:Progress draws tied to inspections/photosNo deposit or minimal mobilizationLien waivers at each drawDaily liquidated damages for missed deadlines (after grace period)Written change order policy with price + time impact before work proceeds2) Time: Move Faster to Reduce Carry and RiskFront-load planningWalk the property with all key trades before closing; finalize scope, bids, and schedule ahead of day 1.Pull permits early; choose scopes that avoid structural or major MEP reroutes when timelines matter.Sequencing & overlapSchedule parallel workstreams (e.g., exterior/landscaping while interior demo proceeds).Use a Gantt chart (even a simple spreadsheet) to track trade start/finish, dependencies, and buffers.Daily control15-minute stand-up with GC or project lead each morning (photos + punch list).Two inspections/week: one quality, one progress vs. schedule.Keep critical spares on hand (breakers, valves, GFCIs, common trim, extra boxes of flooring).Tech + templatesSimple tools (Google Drive + shared photo folders, or apps like Buildertrend/Jobber) for scope sheets, punch lists, and photo proof.Use QR codes in rooms linking to the finish schedule for fewer “what goes here?”

Have you changed your preferred hold period or exit strategy based on today’s market?

We would prefer to 1031 and move to a different region of the country, but we aren't forced to.