We also have homestead exemptions where I'm at - which an LLC isn't able to take advantage of - so I would investigate the benefits of that as well when considering selling it to yourself.  

They only one benefiting is the architect.  

It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.

Free market is good when some chosen/special folk benefit from it.

The main benefits are doing ceilings and if you needed to paint a bunch of doors.

Maybe commit the refinance funds to buying another property at a much rate of return than the loan and your partner will see the benefit in refinancing? 

The listing is currently visible as ready to be in service, and I've already received three bookings.My question is, will I still qualify for the short-term rental tax benefits or loopholes if I have blocked off dates until September 19th due to these repairs?

Regarding single member vs. multi-member LLC's, you need "Charging Order Protection" (COP) to receive the best asset protection benefits.

My neighbor has numerous MF properties and he believes it will come in somewhere between 650 and 7. 

But with this new law in place , is there even a benefit for month to month lease since I cannot do much anyway in terms of getting the tenant to move out.