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High-speed internet, a desk, good coffee etc will be different than a family staying for a vacation. 

Problem is, my brother started dating a girl... he didnt want to work on the house anymore.

To date, they've been sending me rent proceeds right to my personal bank account, in my personal name.

The listing agreement must include the following:* The agreement's valid date (must be signed within the past 30 days)* Brokerage and agent representing the owner* Signature from both parties entering the agreement* Full property address (including the unit number, if applicable)* Terms stating that you have exclusive permission from the owner to rent/lease the property"The problem is I am not a realtor or broker. 

We cannot give specific dates.

That said, if the property you're attempting to finance is materially larger than the properties you currently operate (IE - you're trying to finance a 30 unit building, but have only operated a series of 4-plexes to date), then sometimes this rule gets thrown out the window and you'll still be subject to the "Limited Multifamily Experience Sponsor" re-sizing parameters. 

That's something he would have to keep up to date each year to calculate the amount of depreciation to claim on Schedule E, correct?

It does not cover phone, internet, or TV.I'd open up the STRs for locals in need.

I also mention that alterations like this is effectively a cancellation, and so close to the dates effected hurts my operation and should not be possible per cancellation policy. - Guest insists booking was made because of moderate cancellation policy.