I've found the people who want to charge for their time and "mentorship" typically need the money because they are struggling- maybe not the best person to take financial advice from. 

why not build in a more affordable price point. the largest two builders in America build non luxury maybe take their advice?

I’d love to hear your thoughts on whether this approach makes sense or if there are other strategies you’d recommend to optimize profitability.Thanks in advance for your advice! 

Any advice on how to navigate this?

This group is an incredible collection of midterm rental hosts who support one another by offering advice and suggestions, being a sounding board for each other, offering mentorship and collaboration opportunities and share our respective networks.

Thank you, really appreciate the advice.

I have already met with and spoken with a couple through my current work (both active and recently "retired") that didn't seem all that eager to get into the topic, or interested even offering advice beyond "I wouldn't recommend it."

And even worse from out of city or state.My advice, do 1.

@Mike Grudzien thank you for the advice!

Solid advice!