Also networking and seeing where people are buying deals will be helpful in directing your efforts. 

I benefitted from rent inflation, but I also did some things that would help improve net cash flow (appealing property taxes, for example).Happy to send you some resources with more details on how I accomplished it.

The listing is currently visible as ready to be in service, and I've already received three bookings.My question is, will I still qualify for the short-term rental tax benefits or loopholes if I have blocked off dates until September 19th due to these repairs?

We offer products with fixed-rate HELOCs that give you the benefits of both worlds. :) Available for primary homes, second homes and investment properties.

@Nathan Gesner what is the benefit of the double deposit rather than collecting last month's rent + a single deposit? 

One portfolio gives me cash flow and debt pay down, while the other produces appreciation in addition to the other benefits.  

Explain why you need them to vacate the property and the benefits of accepting cash for keys, such as avoiding the eviction process and potentially receiving a financial incentive to help with moving expenses.

I strongly  encourage to share this information  and write an email and letter to as many state representatives and the governor to veto this bill or reverse  it.AB 2424 (Schiavo) lender does not benefit they only get what they are owed including all fee's etc.. benefit will be next in line and or the owner who lost it.. this will also cut down on the collusion that takes place at trustee sales. 

The investor must consider whether the potential property value increase or other benefits outweigh this loss. 

Free market is good when some chosen/special folk benefit from it.