I'm a local real estate investor and Mortgage Broker based out of Port Orange.

Ultimate goal is obviously to build cashflow as seamlessly as possible and pay down debts of houses as we go so husband can leave his consulting job and we can do real estate full time.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac offer mortgage relief to homeowners impacted by natural disasters, including those with second homes in areas like North Carolina and Florida.

I would work with your real estate tax professional on that piece.More than likely looking at capitalizing that 11k and depreciating it, unfortunately. 

I'm keeping a list of all the real estate books I need to read in the future and I want to be able to own some commercial real estate properties (large or small) someday too.

This is probably not real common on residential, but we see it now and then. 

Airbnb offers a semd message to host option, but I'm unsure if it's appropriate to use for this purpose.

Of course, offers will be made with varying amounts, and you will weigh the overall offer and make your decision. 

@Stuart Udis A contractor should Never put their funds or credit at risk on a customers project , the only exception to this is if the contractor is offering financing . 

Situated near the new Amazon warehouse and major freeways, the location offers easy access and convenience for tenants.