He was able to talk to the sister who has conveyed this information and is claiming to talk to her sister tomorrow. 

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

Honestly new listings do get good exposure on Airbnb especially if you are doing the new listing 20% discount for guests.

Ryan Dossey that's a great Pro Tip, that I will write right along slide my list.

Often $500 + a small percent of the listing price. 

Here is a video that runs down the basics - https://s-media.nyc.gov/agencies/specialenforcement/01-Legal...There is also a prohibited building list - https://www.nyc.gov/site/specialenforcement/registration-law...Here are some more info overall - https://www.nyc.gov/site/specialenforcement/registration-law..All of this makes STRs in the city pretty tough but it certainly not impossible.

You can always reach out to my property manager and talk with them about the comparisons.

I'm currently trying to build my list of interview questions that I would/could use when it comes to screening and finding the right Real Estate Agent.

Though I can also happily talk BJJ, surfing and anything outdoors with a beverage in hand until dawn!

Over priced, layout is awkward, junky neighbors, back on market/under contract multiple times, bad photos, bad timing(got buried from other listings, weather occurrence, etc).