Second problem is we are Canadian citizens, staying down in the US fir 6 months per year, so no credit score down here or SSN.  

Demonstrating your knowledge and experience can be very persuasive.Be Specific About Your Needs and Offer: Clearly outline what you are looking for in a partner and what you can offer them.

However, given our current state I'm preparing to set-up my own website and/or post on various channels that don't appear to offer the host insurance and I know asking the Guest for security deposit or to run background checks can be a deterrent for short stays.

If you want to buy and hold, use a debt product that stays constant for long periods of time, not one that constantly fluctuates.Another way I think about this: you need to buy a new $30,000 car, you plan to hold onto the car for 5 years and you want to finance it.

contractors are busy and like to stay within a certain range so recommendations will be based on where you are.

Does anybody have any experience/knowledge in the Reno NV area? 

We provide the residents with a list of names and phone numbers in advance, and warn the buyers NOT to arrive early OR stay past the end of the viewing.At the end of the viewing, our resident gets their e-gift certificate immediately by email or text.They are usually delighted and often ask us when they can host another!

You don't necessarily need a really built out one though - even just using an AirTable base (there are a lot of free templates out there) would probably give you what you need to stay organized.

Keep yourself informed about real estate laws, regulations, and market trends to stay compliant and knowledgeable about legal matters.

Everyone is staying away from office.