The frame and photo paper might be cheap and have a value of $5, but since the photo is irreplaceable a MUCH higher value can be sought as compensation if you are in the wrong.

Things such as; toilet paper, drinking water, pet supplies, linens and hot tub chemicals and cleanings that we didn't initially factor into our Pro Forma's..The costs of these are real, but even realer are the stocking, cleaning and preparing a space for visitors in a few hours between check ins.

You need to create a UNIQUE value proposition, and in the world of STRs, that not only comes from many areas: namely the property's ability to capture attention on the platform and the guest experience from response times to questions or booking confirmations, to comfort of mattress and towels, to enough toilet paper being on site, through to checkout requirements.

From paper this looks good, but even with that, wouldn't the tax kill all of this effort if I also gone this direction? 

The question you should be asking is1) What type of liability exposure would I be generating and will an LLC or Corp be suited for that.If you don't plan to own the property, I can't anticipate a piece of paper causing much liability, if any at all.2) What type of income would the tax liens be generating and would an LLC or corp minimize the taxes.

This allows "success" stories on paper to justify their fees.

Sit down on paper and build your scaling plan. 

We just got back from visiting the area and have decided that we want to buy in Bradenton, FL since that area seems to fit us best and our future needs while also still being within our current price range (<$450k).I have already listened and watched many BP webinars and podcasts and am about to purchase David’s book, start with strategy since I feel that’s the best next step for me and my husband to get our plan onto paper and to solidify our thoughts together (all while still saving money of course!).

The first year or two isn't always going to look great on paper but remember when it comes to Real Estate...

Same thing as Bruce with the flood zone...on paper was located in a flood zone but the actual risk seems very low and the owner of the last 40 years never had a problem.