With this model I'm able to get a lot more than other MTR operators who are relying on Furnished Finder and Airbnb for bookings.Being that I only operate MTRs, I price my fees to include this.

I originally lived in it for a year, while if fixed it up so i only had to put 5% down + closing costs(25,000), and the property has appreciated 8% over the past two years(20,000) but not sure if i should rent it at a loss and structure the lease so i am  in a more favorable leasing cycle, or plan to sell it.

It performs better as a short-term, but it also took more work, sat vacant longer, and we had to worry about it more.

Pricing, photos, description, and early guest ratings are critical for long-term performance.

I have never performed a lot-split, nor did the builder.

When you purchased the current property you should have expected many of your repairs if you performed an inspection.

Understanding these factors will give you a sense of how well your investment could perform long-term.I hope these suggestions help, and good luck as you get into multi-family!

They reached out to me to pay $3500 for a SFH for a short term rental when the advertised rent was $2500 and I only wanted long term renters.

We self-perform the construction work we like to do. 

If you perform, you keep it after that period?