You compromised your lendability by taking write-offs to show you didn't make much so in a bank's eyes, you didn't make much.Any alternatives that are come here (sub to, seller finance) aren't realistic for a regular home buyer.

I learned that I enjoy investing in value-add multifamily which has a great mix of regular cashflow, but also upside upon the exit.

Adding a nice small decent garbage can at my pool side help to keep that area very clean nad this may be a good addition for you.

If yours is the only STR within 20 miles and there aren't any cities or larger towns within a 20-30 minute drive, you could easily run into trouble even finding a reliable cleaning person, let alone a full-service STR management company.I would also definitely take the time to find some comps on Airbnb in the same area as yours, with as close to the same bed/bath count as yours, and with the same finishes and amenities as you are planning to put in yours.  

San Antonio is going to be policing the permits and regularly sending a list to Airbnb and VRBO to delist.

Also if you have a clean unit the new owner will be excited about the idea of renewing your lease. 

If I was to do another house flip, I would definitely hire more things done to avoid trying to do the work around my regular job.

The SS number, driver's license, birth date, and address are all good for checking their credit, and their account information reflects their ability to make regular rent payments.Also get information for their social network accounts.

I'm sure if you search the forums you'll find some valuable info, this is talked about regularly here. best of luck! 

With similar 3 bed rental bringing in between 1850-2000/month and a refinance value around 250k this is one of the cheapest things in the pocket that is this clean.