Most tornado paths are extremely narrow and short lived, so the odds of a direct hit on any specific rental are very low.That said, weather should always be part of your due diligence.

You can even copy designs from a similar type property in another state that is a top performer. 

when i talk with other owners near me when they ask for help increasing their revenue, i start with their pictures and their designs.

Actually, yes. i can refer one out of Tampa that actually has a formal design degree and a ton of experience with not only residential and commercial interior design, but flip and ground up as well.

I do have a local designer who knows to go for durable items for STR. 

If you want to have a unique property the best way is to lean into design and create an experience for your guests. 

@James Potter If you are considering an STR property, you'll have similar rules to Kauai, in that it has to be in a designated area.

Even if the land was free, its next to impossible to build a 2,000 SF structure including design fees, carrying costs and construction costs for $240K where I invest in Philadelphia.

Design matters a lot from what I see in Colorado.

Need ideas for str design ideas that will help set it apart.