There are so many new operators in the STR field now, and the questions about certain things are mind-boggling.

Greystar Real Estate Partners, one of the defendants, released a public statement claiming they operate with “utmost integrity” and will vigorously fight the allegations.

More than likely the asset will in a location where cap ex & management/operational costs are disproportionately higher and therefore your expense ratio will also have to be adjusted to a higher number.  

Use STR-specific insurance to protect both parties and automate operations with platforms like Airbnb, TurnoverBnB, and PriceLabs.Taxable income from the STR must be reported, but you can deduct related expenses like cleaning, utilities, and furnishings.

You'll have to operate at peak efficiency to make good money, which means more time, stress, and headache. 

TLDR: I do not think Kiavi operates with good business practices.

I think some min level of regulation benefits everyone, including wholesalers who currently operate in no man's land. 

There is one quality operator who gets ~$50K on a house that would sell for $250K.

We have talked about things such as rent by the room and acknowledge that the operating model will likely be very different while living in the property vs. when we move out.I think the point you made about assumable loans is very helpful to get into a property you might not otherwise be able to afford.

I don't have enough knowledge to vet who's a good operator so I passed.