It needed a new roof, new septic tank, water heater, well pump, hardwood floor refinishing, light reno in kitchen (paint cabinets, replace countertops, 1 new appliance), full bathroom renovation on 2 bathrooms cleaning up wood rot on siding, painting exterior.

Quartz is actually stronger than granite, it doesn't require sealing and is easier to clean, it has more color options, and likely cheaper than granite.

That means no repairs or cleaning needed.

Hi as Steve and Jason pointed out it is very important to keep funds seperate.You will need an escrow account, if it's required by law, your account will need to be titled XYZ ESCROW ACCOUNT, if not so required, it can be any account but ONLY deposits and funds held in trust should ever be depoisited to this account and any withdrawl should be well noted on the check and on your books.If you comingle you accounts and you need paper towels to clean units, the IRS can simply disallow your deduction saying it was used at home since it was paid from a personal account or one of comingled funds.I too would suggest you formalize a business entity, an LLC probably.

For example, cleaning fees will now need to be included in the nightly rate shown to travelers.

While I've done some research on the topic, I feel that hearing from those with firsthand experience could provide invaluable insights.From what I gather, co-hosting involves assisting Airbnb hosts with various tasks, ranging from guest communication and check-ins to cleaning and maintenance.

I just like to know when there is a pet in the place, so the cleaners do a little extra cleaning afterwards for any future guest with possible pet allergies. his response"I really don’t recall a block even being available to even list a pet, as an ABB host I’m pretty attune to those details."

Tell them they can put “clean fill” in the low spot or they can buy dirt from the high spot.  

Your responsibility ends with providing a clean and safe place to live.

Normally you see people get into this space and they want a clean house as is and simply want to do cosmetics to it which seems easy enough.