That is my theory, based on about 1,000 years of the history of real estate law from the Battle of Hastings in 1066 to the American Revolution, to the present.

The other thing of course is location, location, location.In hot or saturated markets, it seems the hosts all add similar amenities, so then it becomes a battle on reviews, pricing, and location.A property in a great location (without all the amenities) can do just as well or better than a property with all the amenties but in a poorer location. 

Due to the saturation and going into the slower months it is definitely an uphill battle. 

You could provide comps nearby and try to dispute but it can also be a losing battle.

We would love to connect with other investors who have done creative financing, rolled equity over, done battle with loan limits that are so unrealistic, or even moved their money out of state?! 

If cash flow is your goal, I'd suggest looking at some of the nearby communities like Muskegon, Battle Creek and Kalamazoo.  

Of all European cultures, the Greeks seem to have the most pronounced tendency for this, which is why I think I've spent so much of my life battling that feeling in myself. 

I just received word that Mike died last evening after a battle with cancer. 

First thing is the battle of whether I should pay down some debt (school loans) first.

The sellers are good family friends, so not worried about lease backs etc and the chance it becomes a legal battle.