I got my GC license a couple years ago so I could build houses myself as I was sick of dealing with contractors.I've hired plenty of contractors that were not licensed/insured and it went fine.

Quote from @Sufyan Ahmed: I have never purchased a house before as I like living in my 2 bedroom rental apartments. 

You may use OPM to buy houses .

If you take this housing away from these people where do you intend to have them live; in the streets, underneath freeway overpasses? 

Hosts usually take 20%a good host replies to the guests quickly with clear check-in information a good host will troubleshoot thermostats, WiFi, and get the house cleaned and ready quickly for the oncoming guest.

Stats can be foundhttps://www.ramaui.com/housing-statisticsOr for all islands herehttps://www.hawaiirealtors.com/resources/housing-trends-2/Your realtor can produce more specific stats on your area of interest.

At another property with just the sidewalk I let the tenants take care of it, but the liability of these steep stairs makes it too important for it to be haphazard or me having to scold them to shovel and salt the walk and steps.I know in snowy areas people with houses contract plowing for the winter at a flat rate.

It can also be an opportunity to discuss house rules and expectations to ensure you're on the same page.While being cost-conscious is understandable, investing a little upfront for proper screening can save you a lot of trouble in the long run.

Caretakers house moving along.  

We have 3 boys who are actively in sports and the location of the house just doesn't work out for us.