It makes lead management way more efficient since they get to focus on people who actually want to do business. 

You will get a ton more business, and their fees are easy to make up for...

I'm self-employed and did not know if my business was going to be shut down due to the virus.

after alot of procrastinating (like since I started this thread) I was pushed to write a business plan for my dreams in RE and Architdcture.

It’s just part of the game**They have multiple leads & opportunities in play- If you’re banking on one contract to make or break your business, you’re already losing.

In all seriousness, if this is the start of a budding STR business for you, your parents should understand. 

But guess what, rates WILL drop in the next few months/years and most markets will explode after that IMO.If I had 25K I would look into B or B+ (specifically with schools above 5 greatschools rating, and moderate to low crime rate confirmed by heat map and frequenting businesses there) areas within 25 minutes driving distance from my home for a SFH. 

Business leaders can’t stop talking about this “pro-business administration” that is coming on January 20th.

This lender is probably in the residential niche and is trying to get your business for a loan.

I have noticed competitors charge as low as 10 to 15% but their quality isn't the best and then I have seen others charge 25 to 30% We remain in the middle and provide a small business experience with super host status.