There's no reason to provide details, though I do let people know if anyone asks that we do not accept bulk up-front rent payments or anything like that because I absolutely do not want a prospective tenant to think that someone else swooped in with a bunch of cash last minute.

For the crowdfunding and similar platforms that are starting to rise, would the lower returns be a result of the diversification they provide or due to the different risks they come with?

I also provide small shampoo's and conditioners that I get in bulk from Amazon.It is hard to beat either for these kinds of supplies, even if you get a wholesaler to sell to you.

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.  

Personnel Records AccessHouse Bill 3763 expands the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act, requiring employers to provide employees with access to a broader range of personnel records upon request.

Quote from @Brian Christinakis: Let's not forget the liability piece that STR insurance provides in MUCH higher liability limits for incidents ON your property but also incidents off your property while your guests are staying there (like using a bike).

Anyone who can provide useful advice would be appreciated.

Try a Google search for managers or look for an investors group in the area that can provide personal recommendations.1.

@Matt Smith - as @Christopher S. mentioned you cannot use an ADU unit in Chicago as an AirBNB as the city's intent with the program is to provide additional affordable housing. 

And that is the reason why a LIRP can provide much more retirement income.You don't pay interest on the loans and the death benefit pays off the loans when you die.