Emphasize that this was due to the guest’s actions, not an “act of God.”If escalation doesn’t work, consider sharing your experience in Airbnb host forums or on social media to get their attention.

With this said, I do consider the situation. 

We consider background checks and credit checks only good for 60 days. 

Maybe consider an HSA for next year.Hire your wife, kids and other relatives.

It’s worth considering the trade-offs between the stability of income and the increased oversight and hoops you'll have to jump through.

Hey Brody,If you plan to purchase a duplex, I'd consider buying it as owner occupied and rent at other unit.

Other questions to consider is location (something near ETSU campus?

I’m considering consulting a lawyer to clarify these issues.Two weeks ago, I reached out to the tenant via email to start a conversation and propose a win-win renewal, but I haven’t heard back yet.

If so, and it’s not in your home town you might consider living in the dorms the first year while you meet people and use that time to scout out the area and find good places to buy your building.

If you haven't already done so, consider contacting your insurance provider to add your property manager as an additional insured today.