It was a good learning experience, but it made me realize that staying away from major rehabs (for now) might be the best move until I have a more reliable system in place.That said, having family in the area like your sister and brother-in-law is a huge advantage!

I don't follow that type of lifestyle and I stay away from people that gloss over it.

I stayed with a buddy in Roppongi Minato  when I was there.  

Thanks for your input.Definitely staying away from class C.

We're going to start attending local meet-ups again and stay active.

Setting up direct bookings is a great way to save on fees, but you’re right—it requires extra effort to ensure everything runs smoothly.For vetting guests, start by asking a few questions when they inquire, like the purpose of their stay, how many people will be there, and if they’ve stayed in short-term rentals before.

I would suggest going to independent landlords and staying away from larger apartment complexes.

Staying updated and having a good insurance broker is now a key part of your core five (4+1).

With the use of VRBO, Booking.com and direct bookings can all raise your chances of staying booked and being successful.  

They can't keep claiming they don't have time to find a place to stay as they've had time.