Hard part with business is separating your emotions from it.

I could also add there is often construction in central Houston and it does cause unforseen issues. 

I am currently a student at Florida International University, studying International Business.

Usually most franchise models in other business environments have the whole package.

I had little choice since I was financing out of a construction loan that had little time before a ballon.

Would your STR business even exist without Airbnb?  

I think you've forgotten about the concept of Constructive Receipt. 

They currently have over 10 under construction in the Los Angeles area.   

Business justification of LLC-B --> This is can be a problem.

Securing funding has been challenging, particularly because my business documents reflect low revenue from only one duplex, and I am currently between jobs.I have identified a reasonably priced piece of land and have saved a small portion of the funds from my duplex sale to invest in this venture.