We even tried to settle and they countered with a ridicouls offer.

I'd be open to something like that.Thanks,ChrisCorrect, there are a bunch of Condos available to rent that's one of my points about saturation and competition driving prices down.I don't buy houses in HOA neighborhoods either.My next STR purchase will likely be a beach house directly on the beach or at least across the street with beach views. 

The trucks broke all of the drainage pipes under the drive way, they are still able to allow water to flow but the edges of the pipes are sharp so if tire hit it the wrong way then it may put a hole in tire of a vehicle.

It really needs new cabinets, but guests think the kitchen is great because they have a new coat of paint, and already had granite counters. 

And yes, that's exactly what I said, because BULLYING the way you do, does drive folks (children and adults) to take their own lives. 

I think in most of these areas you'll need to ensure your cash flow is sufficient for multifamily and you have a path for driving valued through increased NOI via increased revenue and/or expenses.

I focus on Columbus, Ohio, which has seen significant growth, especially with tech giants like Intel, Meta, Amazon, and Google setting up operations, driving up property prices and job opportunities.

In my mind, the purpose of the trip would be to a) drive the neighborhoods I am considering to understand them better/identify better/worser pockets etc and b) meet people I am planning to work with (realtor, contractor, PM) in person to solidify those relationship.

The day my property closed I made 3 offers with obviously strong down payments (from my exchange.) 2 countered and one accepted, so I went with the accepted offer.

Maybe communicating it more will help, but you cannot make people read.As a guest I would find making my own bed especially after a long drive or flight would be annoying.