I believe sometimes a bad experience is more reflective of the individual than the company. 

I would echo this, it is a great REIA and the best place to find local, like-minded individuals and resources. 

We also have a mixer for Canadians investing in the US on April 4th, 2024 come out and meet some like minded individuals.

A mid-term rental could be an great option during the 6-7 months you're away since it appeals to traveling professionals, remote workers, or individuals relocating and offers stable income without the constant turnover of short-term rentals.

New landlord question- if I have an individual who wants to rent my place for their parent - who do I have fill out the application?  

When you can access the opportunities first, you can qualify the lead first, analyse and find the best deals first, reach out and build rapport first , offer your solution first (rather than having your offer thrown on a pile of others the individual has already been given) and so on.

Also keep in mind that if the concern is lawsuits, they can still name you individually in a suit and it is just another battle.

Hawaiian real estate law differs from other western states significantly, mostly due to its monarchal heritage and the Bishop Trust influence.The basics are the same as would be in California; determine the condition of title ownership (individual(s), estate (including conservatorship, if appropriate) OR fiduciary acting for trust.Use a qualified private money equity lender to make a loan sufficient to buy out the cash-only beneficiaryThe legal community in HI and Big Island in particular is small.

There were at least 5 individuals who seemed ready to rise to the occasion and help this poster with their borrowing needs.

Quote from @John Friendas: Hey,My investing partner and I have reached an agreement where he would have the debt under his name and apply for it individually, and I would do the majority of the management (he is out of state and my income is half his).