Of course, the smaller the property, the more necessary that you see every inch of it because there isn't a business running on top of the land like large-scale multifamily, self-storage, industrial, and more.

How's business going for you?

It is important to remember you own real estate in the Poconos and you are choosing to operate a STR business.

I checked the Better Business Bureau for complaints, I checked the NJ State Attorney General consumer division to ensure he was licensed, I checked every reference he gave by visiting sites and speaking with the homeowners. 

Is there a point of contact person/business that handles all home investor concerns (general contractor, engineer, etc.)

They will generate a report to you based on their findings.Type 2 - conducted by an engineering firm where they will have you complete a questionnaire.The questionnaire will ask you details regarding the house and therefore, I would recommend having a home inspection or appraisal at the time of completion.The above two studies have pros / cons and differences in cost and turnaround time.Best of luck.

You'll learn a lot here.I recommend focusing on 1 strategy/business model and going all in on that one until you've mastered it and it's stable.

If the IRS gets busy auditing them, maybe they will leave you alone.

For those of you doing MTR & LTR what tech stack are you using and what areas of your business are each of your tools covering? 

So some may say $30k is not worth it but I know others that launched successful syndication businesses from it.