I'm organizing four events across the US for local short-term rental hosts to come together to have a beer and chat about challenges they've faced and things they've learned over the year and swap a few stories.

We'd be sitting at a bar having a beer supposedly watching the ballgame and would end up talking about work. 

Then you spot “Vinnie’s Beer, Pizza and VCR repair” is paying a 50% interest rate on the money it borrows.  

There are obviously fake accounts offering ridiculous terms that stand out like a flashing neon billboard.Also, the countermeasures are pretty simple: "Don't pay anyone for ANYTHING up front!"

May it is all the beer cans I see in the garbage can along with the cigarettes and weed I smell.

Most people lack the money for a down payment, and their personality tells them if they do have some extra money spend it on a good time, beer, a vacation, new skis, a gift for junior, etc...

Shoot me a DM and i'll send you my attorney's info @Yocheved Beer

The one I personally manage in NE on the west side I never have any issues, different clientele.

For what it's worth, some ideas I've seen pitched are grocery bundles (e.g. a breakfast bundle for 2-4 people with eggs, bacon, bagels, cream cheese, and OJ all pre-stocked in the fridge), meal kits, a pre-stocked drink fridge, charcuterie boards, premium coffee selection, bike/e-bike/scooter/kayak/canoe rentals, video game consoles, upgraded work-from-home office amenities (e.g. oversized computer monitor), etc.I'm not a lawyer, but cocktail kits, bottles of wine, local craft beer, and other alcoholic items seem like they would fall into a grey area from liability perspective. 

Denver is a fantastic place to live, we have 300+ days of sunshine, amazing beer, unlimited outdoor activities and just a super chill and fun place.