I just started operations in 2024 doing STR arbitrage.

I know exactly how this company and franchise operates.

You could do much better with your money than doing out-of-state management in Scottsdale where you are going against some phenomenal operators.

Is there anyone operating in the area who can tell me if it's a good time to buy?

Given that you are out of state and your adjuster is playing hardball (mine didn't), it may make sense to interview a few public adjusters and see if their cost is worth what they can provide in your situation.

Natalie did a great job explaining the technical aspects of deducting BPCON travel costs, but her post assumes that an investor already operates their business, which you do not.

Keep in mind any premises liability, landlord tenant, contractual dispute with a vendor that performs services in CA will be  resolved in CA if that's where the real estate is owned and operated. 

I mainly operate in the Southeast part of the U.S. 

If I am renting a property of mine just under my personal name do I need to set up a separate bank account and pay the property loan, taxes, insurance etc out of that separate account?

This creates a potential passive stream of income and a way to extend the lifespan of your coaching investment which seems awesome for your business model.Example: Ryan Serhant, advocates profit sharing (equity stakes) in deals that his coaches help close which takes you from coach to partner, and a model proven successful.Client View: Positioning yourself as a partner to their operation is a way for the client to understand your investment in their outcomes outside of the dollar signs involved, and shows them that you are coaching them in a way that provides long term success.