They are a national organization that promotes all kinds of creative real estate deals. 

Just be prepared for a learning curve and stay adaptable to new challenges.

However, I also want to be as prepared as possible, leveraging the guidance of those who have successfully navigated this path before me. 

Joshua Tree is a bit of a tough market as there are a lot of STRs in the area.Be prepared that your first year might be a little thin as you are new and need to build up some reviews to get rolling.The interior is a bit of a toss up.

I tell people if they can match their current rent or do better then it's likely worth it, but you may need to get creative on the cash flow part if you only plan on living their a year or two.

The project reaffirmed the value of leveraging partnerships and financing creatively.

Not going to give here a lecture on S-corps, but take my word: no benefits, only extra hassle and extra cost, such as preparing another tax return.

I have my cleaner on standby and I am prepared to leave if necessary. 

Other than that, you can prepare a simple notice letting them know that you thank them for applying, however they did not meet the criteria, and you can choose to tell them it was based off of their credit, and or background or simply just say that the minimum requirements were not met. 

Who knows, but should prepare either way.