Love the drive you have to continue to improve your portfolio and don't let a NO deter you from asking elsewhere.

If they have trouble with making rental payments, they need to start improving their skills and look for a higher paying job or double down and get two jobs.

Out-of-pocket capital improvements and repairs anticipated during the first year12. 

For my short term rentals I am really going to focus on adding improvements that will increase my daily rate and guest experience.

To improve your business going forward, it is important that you recognize how you created the problem.There are a portion of residents that if you give them an inch, they will take mile. 

If a buyer agent asks how much commission the seller is offering, the response is: "seller is expecting to pay a commission, buyer and buyer agent should decide on the amount and include it in your offer"This is a huge improvement for buyers, because the buyer agent commission is more transparent, and easier to negotiate.

This could improve your margins.Occupancy Rate: A 60% occupancy rate seems low for Jax Beach, but that is a reasonable conservative baseline. 

• Resources for Learning: We’re working on improving our deal analysis skills and would love recommendations for tools, books, courses, or calculators tailored for beginners.• Networking and Connections: Are there local Bay Area meetups or forums for new investors?

Over the past 6 months I have been really researching and devoting myself to self improvement and learning.

However, after seeing what we could offer in terms of amenities, location and service, they happily paid the premium rent associated with renting from us.I am not a natural salesman, but reading books on marketing, sales and hospitality has greatly improved my ability to convert a lead.