As my original post implies, I am taking a non-sentimental approach to the point of researching what I can do to ensure against unfavorable situations many people find themselves in.

First, to echo Jaren's sentiments...Thank You for your service.We are in Auburn and invest primarily in King & Pierce Counties.

@James York I read the book a few months ago and completely agree with your sentiment.

I happen to agree with @Pedro Recarey 's sentiment on this may be a blessing in disguise.

Still, the sentiment at the city council level is that STR is a positive wave that they want to ride.

Love your enthusiasm, and share your sentiment that this will be awesome! 

Investor sentiment changes year to year based on market dynamics of different assets classes and even subsets of those classes to be in a buy, sell or both position.NNN food you have to be very careful on that.

That is a great sentiment to have isn't it?

Also I'd recommend writing a cover letter to go with your offer saying that you are young investor looking to fix up the property to provide a family a nice place to live, yadayada...sometimes the sentimental stuff works and at the very least it could make your offer stand out amongst the dozens!

QuickBooks seems to be popular here, and I will echo the sentiment.