It just takes a little time/effort to get the right information to stick.1.

Strip the floor to the subfloor and paint over it to stain block then just recarpet or put in vinyl to mitigate future stains. 

I'm not sure I'd want to go past 10 STRs ever and I'm trying to decide if it's worth Co-Hosting or just save up for the next one.

I'm currently trying to build my list of interview questions that I would/could use when it comes to screening and finding the right Real Estate Agent.

You'll get a feel for the age of the neighborhoods, the vitality of the commercial buildings, the ease of location, the closeness to jobs.The markets you're describing are more linear, and usually have lower capital appreciation.

I just received the appraisal back and the house appraised for much higher than even I expected ($407k).

Right click on it and select "Save as".

if I have no money into the deal and bringing in $200 free and clear every money hell even $100 with no other expenses these usually come through creative deals or owning notes but I would do it. 

That is a significant amount(on a $500,000 building that comes to $10,000 for 2% or $25,000 for 5%).

I have resorted primarily just telling folks not to come out here on BP talking sub2 because those that do not like Pace  Morby and those that do not like Sub2 will come out speaking against suff that they do not understand.