I told her that I need proof of liquid funds sufficient to cover 25% of the purchase price and to provide proof of that.  

Quote from @Adam York: Contact your insurance provider and let them know you intend to rent out the home.

Alternatively, platforms like Twilio provide excellent customization but might require more technical setup for Podio.

The area you're targeting might be too small for anyone to be able to provide any detailed insight.

Provides a lot of content on what to consider when buying an STR.

Maybe it’s just gut feel, but for some reason It FEELS like these two scenarios will provide excellent opportunities moving forward, while fishing for notes to purchase at significant discounts to current principal enough to yield sufficient returns doesn’t seem as promising.  

When work needs to be done, we require the tenant to provide access.

Anyone who can provide useful advice would be appreciated.

Ive asked them to provide Renter's Insurance.

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