For instance in Vegas its pretty cool and easy but it creates uber competition.

For instance, the infamous househack.

These websites often include project proposals, public notices, and contact information for city planners.Local Newspapers and Publications: Stay updated with local newspapers, magazines, and community newsletters.

I had 2 instances that I am aware of.

You could tell her to give 30 days' notice and pay the penalty to break the lease (assuming it is not domestic violence as there are local laws around leases in that instance), but that he has to be on board as they both have to be out. 

In some states sellers can collect EMD no matter what, but in MD for instance you are entitled to get your EMD back if you acted in good faith and still had your loan denied.

The client has to be able to develop an unlimited amount of homes during any fiscal period which apparently requires retaining a general contractor to 'supervise' the work or act a project manager.In case something still isnt clear, client does not have some sort of challenge with materials sourcing nor do I foresee an issue with sourcing for labor hence the 'relatinships' you reference does not particularly provide any value for this particular client in this specific instance.  

Buying negative cash flow properties dependent on a W2 income is playing russian roulette with a large magazine.

For instance an unpaid cell phone bill.

Now there are instances where I recommend long term over short term rentals, it just depends on your expectations as an investor.