This greatly helps me to be location independent and spend good amount of time in India.

Stop hanging out with your deadbeat buddies who spend all day drinking, talking sports, and otherwise wasting away.

Here is the source for the commission rate, right from the Sitzler NAR lawsuit judgement (bold text added):"In addition to training, Plaintiffs have presented expert testimony showing that Section 2-G-1 had the effect of stabilizing commission rates.

Additionally, Gilbert and Chandler have emerged as strong markets for short-term rentals, benefiting from a combination of year-round tourism, a family-friendly atmosphere, and proximity to major attractions.

Quote from @Mitchell Gunlock: Quote from @Cliff Benner: Looking for Tips on how to find places that have multiple cabins or additional dwellings on a property that I could live on and run.

This home is not a luxury home so the insurance route seems overkill.2) Buy a worry free waiver and add it to the booking rate?

Install additional stackable W/D units in the garage (requires some electrical work).2.

- We had 2 break-in & furnace & HWH thefts there this year:(File a claim ASAP, you'll need:1) Utility bills to prove electric & gas were on2) A police report, proving a break-in3) Pics/video to prove the condition of the property to support theft claimWhat are you doing to mitigate additional damages?

Doing additional payments will shorten the life of your mortgage and save you a lot in interest. 

I suspect it was two or more months on 1 bill in addition to what we pay for common areas.