My view is there is more protection on a wrap than a sub to and with the right disclosures and underwriting can be an alternative option. 

Houfy now has a damage protection plan that costs the guests $5 a night and does light identity screening through SuperHog. 

There really isn't a safe, secure way for someone to protect their interests.

They sound very knowledgeable and I am interested in jumping into the customized course they offer. 

Texas tends to favor landlords in these cases, but follow the legal process exactly—any misstep could delay things.As for protecting against retaliation or property damage, installing security cameras (if you haven’t already) to monitor common areas might be worth it.

I will preface this with the fact that I have a legal background, specifically with estate planning and asset protection.

The better theming will attract a higher quality customer that understands the value.

Willing to customize to tenant desires FOR A PRICE. obviously, some of the above is accomplished by the particular property you purchased; some by repairs, maintenance and improvements, and some by ongoing service commitment.   

Website shows up as not protected domain - and no longer in existence that should say enough 

FL seems to have reigned in HOAs recently, so who knows what they are allowed to do.I know that in CA, an HOA can ban smoking in units because smoking is not a protected class and the HOA has an interest in the safety & health of the building.