#3 Allowing a tenant to pay a deposit via a non-profit.  

Their service, just like any other, is not without drawbacks. (1) I'm not a big fan of their rent collection b/c they make you deposit it into their account and I'm not overly comfortable with an unregulated entity having any say over my money. 

bank.. which bank do you use for receiving your rents and holding security deposits.

For example you hold on to the land while they get plans approved and they pay a premium with a non-refundable deposit.

I rented an apartment and the property management company added 6 k in move out charges to repaint the entire interior of the home due to minor marks (didnt give back 4 k security deposit and charged 2 k on top).

If he is still there, you may want to try a little game about returning his security deposit/following the law.

So I'm not sure how that would affect this option but it might but this option costs $0 in capital to you - unless the contractor wants like a 10k deposit or something.

With the lease to purchase the seller more than likely would ask for a deposit that can be applied toward the down payment when the actual sales take place or the seller can "finance" a certain portion of the down payment.

The advantage at least of this approach is that I could walk away, and although I'd lose my 5% deposit, that would likely be cheaper than being involved in a  long drawn out legal process as I continue to absorb holding costs (taxes/insurance/maintenance, etc.).

I think this could be for a variety of reasons but likely has to do with the fact that remote work seems as though it is here to stay allowing for more digital nomads, professionals to live/move cities more easily or even just "check out" a new location for a few months.Couple of key takeaways:-Casting a wide net and not focusing only on traveling nurses for example-Knowing your market and target clientele-MTRs are ideal for corporate travelers -How you operate your MTR is key to success (responsiveness to request, amenities, etc)-Protect yourself with a security deposit and ensure your lease fits your property/marketArticle: https://www.azibo.com/blog/mid-term-rentals-pros-and-cons-fo...Curious on everyone's thoughts on this article and overall market trends!