Did you end up flying and looking in person in the area?

The challenge was balancing the relationship between landlord/tenant and a personal/friendly relationship.

I am still personally buying rentals but I am not expecting much in the way of cash flow at the moment.

If you make the person an LLC employee you can get around it, but partner does need to be careful. 

You can’t use the property personally for more than 14 days or 10% of days rented, whichever is more. 

Perhaps there is a relevant book or podcast that you could suggest to expand my knowledge in this area.Considering you're experience with creative finance deals, which you mentioned previously, I am keen to hear about your personal insights and experiences.

I personally would never invest somewhere that could outlaw rentals.

The downside will have more to do with your business personality.

Personally, it’s something I always expect from a short-term rental, and it can have a huge impact on your reviews.To make things easier for both you and your guests, consider smart tools like locks, outdoor cameras, and smart thermostats.

And always check social media for red flags and I agree with Vince, always meet a person.