Problem solved.All my guest messages flow thru to my email.Complaining about interface when booking tens or hundreds of thousands seems odd.

So much fan love sounds and feels extremely odd.

Don’t share number or call odd hours.  

You said: "This seems like an odd strategy - purposefully invest in an asset that loses value, with the hope that it will regain value to save a little on taxes... 

These are primarily found in cities with a metro population >1M.Pro-business environment: Many cities treat employers as adversaries through restrictive policies.

I've dealt with thousands of reviews in my other companies, and I get how you increase the odds of not getting a bad review by comping, but there's always a couple crazys who still give a bad review. 

What's "cost" of that 2-odd million?

If the covenant specifically prohibits renting out rooms or STRs, you may be restricted from doing so.You should carefully review the covenants tied to your property to understand the specific restrictions.

A tidy profit, plus confidence to tackle the next project solo.On the topic of self-directed IRAs: While they’re fantastic for gaining experience and diversifying into real estate over time, they can feel restrictive if your main goal is scaling quickly.Here’s what I’d focus on:Using Equity Wisely: A HELOC or cash-out refinance could unlock funds to pursue a flip or duplex without touching your 401(k).Partnering Smartly: Your realtor friend sounds like a great resource.

I would also caution if you are intending on a vacation rental be very cautious of the individual town restrictions.