However, given our current state I'm preparing to set-up my own website and/or post on various channels that don't appear to offer the host insurance and I know asking the Guest for security deposit or to run background checks can be a deterrent for short stays.

I've got a pretty wide-scoping background (construction, banking and finance, house hacking, and professional property management) that has allowed me to see property investing from a multitude of viewpoints.

Coming from a warehouse/manufacturing background, I can tell you that there is how it should be, and how it is.

I'll lay out a little about myself, my background and my current position so ya'll can get an understanding of who I am, my goals and what methods would best be utilized to achieve them.

Between my photo copies of government ID, lease where they initial and sign all over, and the signed application with all of their personal information which I verified through a background check, I think it may be difficult for them to succeed with this.I feel a tenant should always pay the credit card fees. 

EAs must pass an examination or have sufficient experience as an IRS employee and pass a background check."

After all, you're targeting a specific, high value commercial niche that's usually dominated by well connected professional brokers. 

I prefer value-add deals, as I have a background in construction.

Would it all just be mostly the same: general background check (including prior evictions, lawsuits, etc), credit check, income verification, landlord references?

I have a background in construction and I am currently taking the course for a NH real estate license.