It may be helpful:Here are some things to look for from an Insurance prospective:1.Any in-ground tanks (active or inactive)2.Any Knob & Tube or Aluminum Wiring3.If built before 1978, does the building have Lead Safe certifications4.Any wood stoves or secondary heating units.

Heading to a friend's place I tripped and fell and in mid air my knee popped and all I could do was scream and pray.

So yes Airbnb is doing better than hotels and Air transport, but far far from being in good shape. 

However, I've been warned that investing in vacation rentals can prove disastrous if the politics of the region are unfavorable.That is, in certain areas in California (Coronado I've heard for instance) the city has essentially banned rentals for under 30 days, effectively destroying the Air B N B and vacation rental market there.Does anyone know if there's any such push in the Avila/SLO area by local politicians or the community?

I see you're also a Naval Aviator, I'm an Air Force engineer/PM (at least for a little bit longer!)! 

VAT system: 2 hamilton air units (including ductwork) 1 diebold drawer

It's amazing how these notices seem to create rent money out of thin air.

They don't know whether the subject property or comps have knob & tube wiring, popcorn ceilings, cedar post supports, ancient plumbing, rust inside the electrical panel, floors that are out of level, foundation defects, termite damage, a failing septic system, well water that smells like rotten eggs or any of a thousand things that could drastically change the home's value and most of which are impossible to pick up from listing photos or tax records.They also don't know neighborhoods. 

My primary demographic will consist primarily of property investors with Air BNB's.  

Not asking you to air your family secrets, just be clear what kind of partnership you are discussing, and what you bring to the table.