To make sure the project is moving in the right direction, you will compare your progress with the baseline timeline.

The problem (as you have cited) is trying to understand what you need (you don't know what you don't know), where to get it, qualifying its source(s), and the validity and usefulness of all that.Pardon me if I've gone into this too much, but I meet many people with the same concerns that you are voicing and this is offered, as much as possible in direct response to your post.Please feel free to contact me if you have any comments or questions. 

I'd do it now because you want to make sure the rent for Jan is paid directly to you. 

On the surface that sounds fine except with VRBO I did not where I have access to their credit card to charge them directly but rather I could submit an extra charge and it's up to the guest if they pay or not.

While it’s not uncommon for full-service managers, you might find lower rates (~10-15%) or alternative solutions like co-hosting services, especially if you handle bookings, rate adjustments, or guest communication yourself.

Solutions, being a resolution-engineer is hard. 

I'm thinking that repairing the plumbing leaks and getting the soil dried out could be a permanent solution.   

You can also list on Facebook Marketplace, join local Section 8 Facebook groups, or contact CMHA directly - they often have a list of people looking.

Any advice, mentorship or direction would be greatly appreciated. 

First, I have true daily and direct access to the 4 owners of Licensing Experts because apparently they don't and won't deal with a bunch of people.