Motivation is an emotional response to a circumstance, not the circumstance itself.Here’s the bottom line:You can’t target motivated sellers.

He's GOATED when it comes to competitive loan terms, communication and knowledge!

I agree with @Michael Smythe that you need a property manager that communicates well. 

The owner had her own listing set up on VRBO and has given me the username/PW to be logged in and responding to inquiries and managing guest communications.

You manage the headache of guests and communication, cleaning, etc. and he provides the property, but shares in the expenses and profits.

Quote from @Mike Grudzien: Two thoughts:1) stay in your STR for a day or two and you'll discover things it needs or that would be nice to add2) use several touch-points to communicate with Travelers/Guests.

Twilight/Sunset ShotWhy it works: Creates emotion and sets the mood.How to nail it: Capture both ground-level and drone shots to showcase landscaping and lighting.Example: This listing2.

That plus his willingness to communicate with anyone who asks him questions and his team are very  praiseworthy.

There was no mention or remorse for past declarations, which were pretty set in stone per the loan offer and his communication.

No need to be emotionally attached to any property, or the time you invested in finding this "deal"