Zoning is very loose in this area so was thinking maybe some smaller cabins or tree houses or maybe a yurt. 

Hey @Grant Woodward, you can never be too cautious when it comes to guest safety like @Lauren Kormylo said.There are dozens of things at your STR that could cause an injury or worse so making sure all the ducks are in a row and quackin' in unison is one of the most important things you can do.Like @John Underwood said, make sure you have a rock solid insurance policy that covers the pool and adjoining areas.

So, I’m curious how you are managing to find your deals, whether you are buying at auctions or via marketing direct to sellers.

I'm in Santa Barbara County which is impossible to make work so I'm forced out of the area.

I am currently living out of state so I have hired a property management company to handle this task, however, my home is still sitting vacant with very few prospective tenants.

., so tend to focus from Concord to Gorham.

True story about my mentor- On one occasion I asked him why does he contribute so much of his time and knowledge to my journey. 

. $1500 for a lawyer so its just common sense to not use a lawyer and throw the $ away.     

So strange as they ghosted me

Thank you so much!