I had no verifiable work history, some second-hand furniture, thrift store clothes, a salvaged minivan, and -$2000. 

I am a full-time physician with a large amount of student loan debt and two young children.

I recommend looking into areas near economic bases - close to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Ohio State Campus, New Albany, etc.

You probably end up making more taking 15-25% of booking revenue and you don't have to sign a lease, buy furniture, and take on the risk.

My leases clearly state that the "Tenant shall maintain all appliances, equipment, furniture, furnishings and other personal property included under this Lease". 

All without a 1031 exchange, because I wanted to hang onto some of the proceeds from the sale to purchase furniture for my new short term rental. 

We cannot house hack as we have children and are situated in our own home right now.

Most have great success with pro line furniture and more commercial grade materials.

A lot of families run on two incomes, but I don't want daycare workers raising my children.

I do believe there is merit in following simple best practices that have asset protection as a side benefit:  1) Taking out large mortgages on properties to minimize equity; 2) Having adequate liability insurance; 3) Contributing assets to retirement plans and other protected vehicles; 4) Dividing ownership of family assets between yourself, your spouse, and your children; and, especially, 5) Running an honest business and treating people fairly.