We do a small fruit basket and 2 bottles of wine (1st one complimentary, 2nd one, there's a "pay envelope" $10).BUT nothing says welcome to Eugene, Oregon like a couple of joints... :-)(just kidding, but depending on the Guests demographics, we can direct them to the best dispensaries...)

Did the proceeds from the sale count as short term or long term capital gains?

The key is that in order to completely defer all tax you must purchase at least as much as your net sale. 

I'm also seeing lots of homes for sale that were used as Airbnbs, so I'm wondering if that along with these numbers may indicate it's an overly saturated market, and if these are signs that maybe I should keep searching for a stronger market, or just a property that cash flows given the average annual revenue?

Google for a Service Agent who does Evictions and pay to get them out.

So for her, the fees of 3% at closing and 1.5% per year is a steal vs paying $400,000.

A good deal for a retail buyer is something they can pay for which has most of the amenities and location they want.

Last time I checked only people who have lost a home are those who do not pay.

As long  the tenants pay the rent each month, increasing their rent will be very tough and getting them to leave will be extremely tough. 

And particularly one that pays but a fraction of their real job.