For example he is trying to place a bookcase door to access a small amount of storage from the bathroom.  

You're in the right place to learn about real estate investing.

And, at that time and place, it would arguably be silly NOT to do so. 100%.This post was biased towards San Francisco, and California more general to include Los Angeles and San Diego, today in 2024.

Are there any other places to find service providers? 

He says he uses the service every month, yet there are still a lot of roaches.I’m thinking of sending him some roach killer (the black boxes that you place around the home) to help with control.Can I do that?

Yes, they will do many things better than you, but some things it's not possible for them to be as attentive and quick responding as you.Also, no one's perfect, so keep tabs on them in general.Regarding holding or selling: why did you buy this in the first place?

Biggerpockets probably not the place to find someone to buy a note against a business as most of us are only real estate. 

There was an STR boom when many people bought homes here thinking they could have passive income, but that is not the case here as much as it is in places like Asheville (which is still seasonal, but not as much).

You found the right place for information.

Hi @Ashley MillerBanner Elk is a great place for STR due to the busy summer season, ski season, and fall leaf color season.