I'm actively seeking mentorship from someone with experience in similar markets who can shed more light on this process.

The Property Manager usually does light cleaning and repairs between tenants.Recommendations or another way to think about this? 

We made light investments in guest room makeovers, outfitting each room with a Queen + Twin XL bunks. 

Additionally, I understand the risks associated with obtaining hard cash and working with hard money lenders, including higher interest rates due to the short term nature of the loan as well as the risk involved.

In a stable free economy the natural tendency is for prices to go down not up.

With your background in lease management and site selection, that could be a natural next step.Regarding STRs, I can understand the hesitation—accurate expense tracking is critical, and not having that data can make evaluating deals frustrating.

You can ask (if it's not obvious) what the nature of the disability is and what task(s) the dog has been trained to perform.

Now let's compound that natural advantage by fact your from TX.

Quote from @Michell Chase Chase: I registered my LLC in Wyoming and was not told anything to that nature..but my investment property is in NY so I also have to register my WY LLC as a foreign entity LLC in NY as I will be generating income in that state...

Put $10-15K in to get a brand new kitchen, refinished hardwood, recessed lighting, and brand new bathroom.