You also have to have a system in place to vet your guest (which Airbnb doesn't do anyway - all they do is "verify" their identity), create a lease agreement, accept deposits and payments and issue refunds of deposits.

I'd say that the closest thing to this we used was an automated system that allowed inbound callers to choose to be on our DNC list, or to be connected with one of us.

Just try to understand what you're looking to get out of it, put systems in place to get there and then work at it.

Just make sure to work with a realtor who is also an investor and can easily plug you in with their system and network of lenders, GCs, PMs etc.

With the inclusion of personal usage for the travel, that may very well push you over the threshold into disallowance.I'll also say that I personally think that having a conference in Cancun versus a much more remote destination such as Birmingham, Alabama or even fully online may also provide some additional ambiguity.

Are there fewer qualifications on second home loans versus rental investment loans?

We specialize in window replacement, custom entry door systems, and garage doors, as well as several other servicing needs for interior and exterior work. 

For example, a hot water heater is ready to go versus a bathroom you want to upgrade.

Usually no permits or consultants needed $25-$45 per sq ftLit Rehab: includes cosmetic scope, plus updating Kitchens and baths, maybe new mill work and doors, perhaps some updating of HVAC systems or MEPS issues.

We paid $12K and the system is well on its way to paying for itself.