I set an arbitrary goal of obtaining 10 reviews on Vrbo before incorporating Airbnb; however, this process took longer than anticipated, as only 77% of Vrbo guests left reviews.

Then start analyzing deals so you get comfortable with that process.

There will be fluctuations on rents and much of it is property and timing dependent and not necessarily market dependent. 

We work with people in your shoes all the time. 

It will save you time and effort. 

I had a mentor who stressed "you make your money when you buy"; the next place you get, be sure to haggle big time - and walk away if the price is not low enough.

I was going to use Kiavi, but apparently I do not have a consumer profile and lexisnexis has to locate it and this can take a while and I have a deal on the table that I do not want to lose.Please advise.Thanks!

Section 8 may seem like a home run but I've seen houses destroyed in a years time, I would steer clear. 

Nightpricer is dynamic pricing software created by vacation rental managers to save time and find the nightly pricing “sweet spot” that maximizes revenue and occupancy.

If nothing else that is a strong reason for us to always seek external leverage. 3) Time - things can really drag out with the planning process!