I realize there is probably no simple answers but I am all ears from all sources. 

I’m a huge fan of keeping things simple since it takes me longer to understand complex topics, especially taxes.

You can 100% create simple systems with free technologies and run your unit efficiently. 

Too many people involved to do a relatively simple transaction.

Keep yours clean, simple, and easy to read without using 30px text or humongous font size.

So I need some advise and I’ll try to keep it short and simple.

Also anonymity today is a joke, I can find out within 3 minutes and a simple $1 skiptrace who owns a property and where they live.

Stick with a simple camera set up outside if you would like.  

That’ll give you flexibility to automate and integrate workflows as your needs evolve.A direct booking site is a nice-to-have down the line if you want to save on platform fees and build a brand, but starting with platforms like Furnished Finder or VRBO is a solid way to keep things simple while you’re getting started.Good luck—sounds like you’re on the right track!

Some of the simpler asset protection solutions would include the following:  having max funds allowed in qualified retirement plan or IRA rather than personal as retirement plans are exempt assets in Federal and most state bankruptcies; investing through an annuity if your state (Florida and Texas for example) exempts insurance policies and defines annuities as an insurance policy; taking advantage of maximum homestead exemption in your state; use of corporations or more popular LLC or Series LLC to limit liability to the entity holding the asset; reasonable liability insurance if available; separating asset ownership from asset management; etc.I can design a simple, cost effective asset protection strategy of up to about $5million with little cost IF the individual resides in Texas or Florida.