But perhaps the more people read posts like yours the more people will start to be able to spot these scam lenders. 

I like shops and bars and restaurants near where I live, and I need more grit than what some of the "hot" spot offers.

Some of these posters seem to think a one size fits all is the only solution and not following their “yellow pages” model of hiring contractors is inherently wrong.its just a catch 22  hard to have it both ways.. but when you do land that reliable handyman that person is worth their weight in gold or bitcoin or whatever LOL 

Doing this long-distance, we've had some rough spots but overall has been a win. 

Black light test showed over 100 dog urine spots.

Just harder to find a spot.

We're looking to move into that area and invest our own money, and entertain JV investments as we discover the sweet spot and can execute on it...Does the community have any conclusions on what part of the Oregon coast is the sweet spot for Air B & B and the like?

Your calculation was spot on.

Some spaces also turn their spots in JVs with regional coworking operators.

There is no communication whatsoever for years.The house is of significant value with a balance of <50k, however the paying owner has limited funds and is in a difficult overall financial spot.