There are, of course, also things like politics and tax policies preventing the New York side from developing its tourism sector to be on par with Ontario... 

We've never actually had a tenant use it after reading the addendum (which was our goal), and I think it helps prevent problems when they understand the myriad issues involved in its use.  

Trump has said many times in recent days he wants to prevent evictions, but his latest executive order does not ban evictions.

A strong “Core 4” can make managing your investment remotely much smoother and prevent a lot of headaches.Also, as you narrow down cities, pay close attention to factors like job growth, population trends, landlord-tenant laws, and short-term rental regulations.Happy to connect with you, and good luck as you jump in!

What specifically did you expect them to do to prevent them?

Same thing happened where I am in areas where there were fires that destroyed towns or in areas where hail storms are more frequent.As for blame, there is no point blaming anyone, just learn from what happened and try to prevent it again (not fires because they will happen, but things like running out of water) or reduce the damage if it does happen again at that scale. 

If multiple people chose another house for the same reason or avoided yours for the same reason, maybe you can pivot a little to prevent that issue being a factor for future prospective renters. 

Use a tiered approval process to give them control over larger expenditures while enabling quick resolution of smaller issues.2.Proactive Maintenance: Implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce costly emergency repairs and extend the lifespan of property systems.3.Monthly Reporting: Deliver detailed monthly financial statements that outline expenses, rental income, and ROI performance.By handling their funds with care and providing transparency,  trust is built with owners, ensuring they feel confident in the relationship.Making Tenants Feel HeardHappy tenants are the foundation of long-term occupancy and reduced turnover.

Including one that prevents a unit from being rented for less than 6 days. 

They "what if" it to death and allow the fear of failure to prevent them from ever entering the game.