There’s definitely been some learning about the cost of schedule slip.

Their day is coming that they will be superceded by an upstart, whether it's Houfy or some other version of it, because good hosts that can manage direct bookings will eventually migrate away from the babysitter model, with its accompanying outrageous fees, and good guests will move to that same platform.

BRRRR is a low-cost real estate investing strategy that involves buying a distressed property, fixing it up, renting it out, and refinancing to pull out equity.

Estimating ~$90,000 project cost. 

It is a legit charge.If they have exceeded the security deposit, then yes to small claims court however that will be limited to hard costs and not your time.

Self-managing a large number of rentals becomes a full-time job.

Property access instructions: Provide the guest with detailed access instructions in either your Welcome Guide, listing description, Reservation Manager or through the Vrbo messaging platform(For example, include guidance in your listing description about picking up a key from the office upon check-in.)OrB.

Cost-benefit analysis needs to be done.

Hire a property manager ASAP.

This perspective goes beyond merely buying and selling properties; it involves a strategic approach to wealth building and risk management.