While I’m still evaluating whether it justifies the cost, I do believe it offers more value than Rankbreeze.

Maybe the price is actually justified depending on what they actually did.

They are subject to liability if someone sues, and their license is subject to discipline or loss of license if you violate rules/laws and get caught.

Fees should be clearly stated in writing, easy to understand, and justifiable.

As a general rule, each entity that files a separate tax return (partnership, s-corp, c-corp, etc) will need its own QBO subscription.

People can't justify leaving their 4% mortgage right now this causes a little bit of a stalemate. 

You know the rules and you sell inside of them, no problem.

•Local Regulations: Are there any important rules, taxes, or permit requirements for STRs in Gulf Shores that I should be aware of?

I have been reading thier seems to be a lot of rules and regulations.

If you can own the property and pay a similar amount for a similar lifestyle, it's probably a good decision (assuming you can afford it if it doesn't go perfectly, needs repairs, etc.)With house hacking the rule of thumb is: The more uncomfortable you're willing to live, the better the numbers will be.