“[If the shutdown persists, evaluating how the economy is performing] could become more challenging.”But, absent their traditional data streams, there are some approximations and alternate data sources we can use from the private sector.

Think:Historic homes near downtown or the riverfrontProperties with acreage or scenic viewsBuildings with flexible layouts or zoning near tourist drawsI’m refining my wholesaling strategy to better serve this niche, and I’d love to hear from those of you who:Invest in STRs or event venues in Tennessee or the SoutheastKnow where these investors hang out (online groups, meetups, platforms)Have tips on how to market to this audience effectivelyIf you’ve had success wholesaling to this type of buyer—or you are one—I’d be grateful for any insights.

Construction gets shut down in some of the coastal towns during tourist season.

Because how could someone who is just starting to compete with someone who is already dominating the SEO website sector. just saying lol.

In most tourist areas I travel - there are examples of properties that have been transitioned and re-invested, re-branded, designed and essentially converted into individual listings on AirBNB and generally perform well.

I like the ability to attract both summer tourists to a lakeside community and skiers/snowboarders for a year-round draw.The Lehigh Valley LTR market is also quite competitive, though I'm seeing an increasing number of deals hitting the market since the summer.

Quote from @Morris Layton: My team and I are entering the flex space warehousing sector with a focus on long-term value creation.

Further, most REITs are specialized, investing in only one particular property sector, and often concentrated in a particular geographic area.  

The September FOMC minutes revealed a divided committee, but the recent drop in yields and softening private-sector data have tilted expectations toward another 25 basis point cut.

To sort of second what John said, single family homes just outside the tourist hubs do well.