Similar concept as a duplex but without the fierce level of buyer competition. 

I found out who did it for them and the cost was 1/4 what they charged at the workshop.They also offered a deal, but I didn't feel ready .

Any input appreciated - thank you. how much was your water and engineering cost?

I am highly competitive and I have been looking at RowPro which allows your to race others online...I figured that ought to get my *** rowing hard.

Mine currently allows weekly rentals but it's driving insurance costs high.  

Tell them you want your deposit back in full plus compensation for them breaking the lease and any extra costs you incurred (eg did you have a cancellation fee for movers-I doubt it as you said you didn't know when you planned to move in).

extra cash down saves you interest, but costs you the opportunity to make money with those dollars otherwise.

That’s means this one claim for under $2k after your deductible could easily cost you $1,000 or more per year for the rest of your life.

. - Also, spend some time before/after to drive by comparable properties in the neighborhood to understand your competition and the rents they are asking. 

Yes STR does align with your goals a lot better, but for what you have already gathered with your LTR in Cincinnati, I think you may be missing out on looking at your opportunity costs for your LTR already.