I am a RE agent, investor and developer in central Houston, feel free to reach out with further questions or if you need help finding land that works with your numbers. - Chris Kersey 

I actually partner with investors on deals just like this so if you are interested feel free to reach out!

Why do you seem to feel so comfortable with the buyer, but are then asking the community what to do?  

We took this approach because even though the house is an STR it is also one we want to use as a family a couple times per year, and we feel we have our own personality as hosts, so we were particular about what we wanted. 

Please feel free to PM me. 

You may want to give them a per meal per diem or split the difference or what you feel you can live with. 

I have spoken to a couple property managers so far, but really need to talk to a few more to feel confident in my choice.

Just trying to get started and feel, with the tools available, I may have found a good deal in my area.  

The pension amount at age 39 is not enough for me to feel comfortable, so my long-term plans are to start a small business and invest in real estate to position myself where I don't even need my pension, and it's just a bonus.

I’m getting ready to leave at the end of the month and my mail forwarding service gets a letter from the town which I have a feeling is important so I overnight ship it to myself.