I personally find that half the battle is just getting myself to write down & track progress

If a person has RCV or ACV policy makes a huge difference, than question of what coverage level people had and if they had policy add-on's that cover cost over-runs and all that fun stuff, not to mention contents. 

I personally don't like getting a lot of automated messages when I rent a STR, I'd rather have some more personal contact.....

I’m looking to manage a few short-term rentals in the area and would love to hear from experienced hosts or managers about what it takes to excel in this space.Here are a few questions I’d love to get your thoughts on:What skills or qualities make a great property manager?

Each room has its own unique theme and personality, making the home truly one of a kind.

Would be very interested to hear from experienced investors on your thoughts for these two areas specifically. 

If you are just a plain person they usually must serve you in person. 

I personally did a couple last year that I self furnished and self manage while working full time.  

This might give a one-time (non-scalable) boost to cash flow, offer multiple value-add options, and allow the house-hacker peace of mind, via the assumed mortgage, in long-term breakeven or positive cash flow in the event that the value-add plans end up not being executed, and/or the person has to move out, and rent by the room or STR become unavailable for some reason at a future date.

If a person has to ask, at all, I STRONGLY advise to use a PM service for tenant placement.