How do you find and compensate a good designer for overall material choices and color selections? 

What color do you think goes well with the repose gray of the walls?

The psychological benefits include increased confidence, reduced fear, and greater certainty.Question for DiscussionHow do you approach due diligence in your investment strategy, and what tools or methods have you found most effective?

So, whatever it is... eat the same meal, listen to the same song, wear the same color, etc.

I think it is more psychological thank mathematics to have the payoff period reduced.

I have had mostly great guests, but the few that I've had that were terribly messy (much of what you describe but also smearing pizza toppings on the floor, having an easter egg hunt (I found some of the eggs) with chocolate in fabric and pink maybe egg coloring staining two sets of sheets) and yet were given 5 star reviews from prior hosts.  

I made an Excel spreadsheet and color code the ones that are higher in the red or orange colors, and low balances in green.

Vibrant colors, wallpaper, etc.

@Scott Mac That sage color is gorgeous!

@Sean Pedeflous I think psychologically $25 can be a big game changer.