I have a lead who i offered a subto/seller finance option to. back story lead is getting a divorce and can get ~340k if listed. asked 300k if sold to me, everything updated within past 5 yrs except carpet and interior paint.

I had a similar situation , I kept the house clean , neat and liveable for 10 years , when the last tenant moved out , full gut down to the studs rehab , everything new . 

Going to be listing a new property soon by Lake Winnisquam in NH and Im looking for some recommendations /referrals for photographers & cleaners that specialize in ABnb / vacation rental property listings.Ideally they would have a lot of experience with short term rentals for both since they are much different than residential house cleanings and regular real estate photography for MLS listing.Anything helps!

Welcome Brandon - I have properties here in the wyoming valley.I am a native to the area.Scranton has many hoops to jump as an investor - esp. an out of the area investor.One is you'd have to hire a property manager if you do not live in the city of Scranton or within 20 miles of the city.Real estate taxes are high -that plus the current interest rate and ask prices makes cash flow an issue.You can find "deals" but please do your due diligence.Here is an example of a potential deal I am evaluating in the hill section of the city: 20 y/o, 2000 sq ft. 3b/3bath TH - Needs paint, new carpeting, and general wear and tear repairs after a 4 year tenant.

I wouldn't see an issue with this one, as long as there is a clean title should be a pretty simple process.

Recently did a clean-out of several disruptive, law and lease-violating tenants, but have been coming up empty in finding solid replacements, and could really use some revenue coming in again. 

I decided to start with a clean slate on the new platform.

3.Hot tub maintenance for short-term rentals: cleaning & water changes?

A $89 / night rate is not cheap after a $150 cleaning fee is attached.The cleaning fee still had to be paid or absorbed.

Ensure it is clean and updated2.