I think that can improve your perception of how much water/pressure you're getting, since it can be adjusted for different preferences.

If I had my way in society, everyone would start out with the same amount of money when they hit 18 - maybe 100k, I don't know - and you make whatever you make of yourself until you're dead.

Our current society tells you to take shortcuts, which is why you end up with $75,000 in student loan debt, thinking it would somehow propel you to riches and glory faster.

It gives Alex a massive head start on the rest of society.

Luckily, this data is tracked by the Society of Actuaries and is demonstrated in the chart below.Whole Life Lapse Rates If we use an 11% lapse rate in year 1, 9% in year two, 7% in year three, 6% in year four, and 6% in year 5, that means that 1/3 of folks have surrendered their policies within just 5 years, long before breaking even.

Seems like we live in a society where few are responsible for their actions.

The perception of you as a rich STR owner verses a resident is probably an important one to address.I think some of the problem here is that you aren't a member of town. 

If the STR market does better than your low expectation, you'll be elated.The supply of STRs has rapidly increased in 2021 & 2022 because of the perception of easy money.

If you do go that route, be careful not to hold yourself out as the GP, or at least clearly explain the roll you played because there are quite a few GP's in hot water right now who at the minimum were intentionally vague about their roles creating the perception they have a track record that doesn't align with reality.

I personally have certain amounts I act on so then tenant doesn't get the perception I am nickel 'n dime-ing them every month.