Could you please suggest how I can start and what steps I should take?

If she wants paid for canceled appointments, then I would suggest you look for a new cleaner.My policy is to keep all funds if the guests cancels within two weeks of their stay, unless I'm able to rent to someone else for the same period/rate.

I've driven by it a few years ago.Great job!

Also, how much time do you want to spend doing real estate vs. your main job or extra work in order to fund it.

You must work at least 750 hours per year in a qualified RE business.So most people who have high-earning W-2 jobs outside of real estate won't qualify.But the unique thing about RE pro status is that even if you don’t qualify but your spouse does, you can both file jointly and claim the losses from your RE investments to offset your other active income together.It's an incredibly powerful benefit if you do meet the criteria.

It's probably a job for most people trying it. 

Augusta indeed offers great potential with a strong rental market driven by factors such as population growth and a stable job market.

Medical pros, job relocators, and digital nomads are looking for comfy pads.Join online groups like Furnished Finder, Nomad List, or local Facebook groups.

Regardless, guy did a great job so not going to complain about order of operations, but I am in a bit of pickle. 

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