He suggested I share some background on how our system came to be and why we do things the way we do.

ID check, background check, etc...) and some data collection during an online check-in.

Seems that suddenly, a technical - and permanent - issue with "Youtube's platform", now prevents VRBO from allowing the videos.  

Background: looking at area where log cabins quite popular, so getting comparables should not be an issue. 

I have a modest background in web development and have been rebuilding a separate direct-booking site to align with a broader pivot to off-platform direct booking.

Do you know repair costs (contractor background)?

With your research background and the resources here, you're set to thrive on your real estate investing journey. 

Wanting to know what everyone is charging to run background checks for validating tenants.

As you have heard in the comments, a single family is typically easier to sell if you need to than a duplex; and while one tenant is technically easier than two, I don't think there is that much difference in how hard one is to own than the other.

lol- Coming from a software background I have a huge thirst for knowledge and learning how things work inside and out.