Further, I don't trust other host reviews.  

In Oceanside, New non-hosted STRs are prohibited outside of the Coastal Zone as of February 10, 2024.Most HOA's do not allow rentals less than 30 days so that is likely not an option unless you find a couple of places on the water that allow it but usually tough to find below $1M. 

Have you ever heard of host GPO?

I was hoping to hear from the host who invested there and why but nothing yet.

I am definitely hosting at least 1 open house every weekend and that is actually how I found my first clients!

.: Quote from @Bryce Cutler: Sri, I am in the process of switching from Hostaway to Hostfully for my 5 listings.

For a so-called Christian hosting a Christian Ministry and makes us get up at 6am on Sundays for his sermons, he sure doesn't practice what he preaches, but instead is a cover up for getting rich.

He does offer a $4,000 bundle by text after two weeks of not signing up on a Wednesday during his live webinar jam.

This would make a great co-hosting opportunity without worrying about making enough to cover rent.

More big name companies will join the STR industry and hosts who are not exceeding expectation will be weeded out by their money power.