Should I Buy This Short-Term Rental?
Answer 6 quick questions about any property and get a 0–100 score with a clear verdict: Strong Buy, Proceed with Caution, or Walk Away.
Deciding whether to buy an Airbnb investment property involves more than just the numbers. Cash flow matters, but so do STR legality in the municipality, competition density on the same street, seasonality risk, and whether local regulations could change tomorrow. This calculator weighs all six factors and returns a single 0-100 score so you can compare deals objectively.
Answer six straightforward questions about any Tampa Bay property and the tool classifies the deal as Strong Buy, Proceed with Caution, or Walk Away. Each factor is weighted based on how much it affects long-term profitability, not just first-year returns. A property with strong cash flow but high regulatory risk scores lower than one with moderate returns in a stable, STR-friendly jurisdiction.
Use this scorecard alongside the ROI calculator and startup cost estimator for the complete picture. If a deal scores below 50, Barrett is happy to explain why and help you find one that clears the bar. Call (813) 733-7907 to talk through any result.
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Not sure about STR rules in your target market? Check the rules by city. Have ROI numbers? Use the ROI Calculator first.
From the ROI calculator or your own analysis
Estimates only — not financial advice. Confirm STR legality with the city and verify all numbers before purchasing.
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