{head spinning}

However, now that we’re heading into fall, we can see that 2024’s summer selling season was slower than 2023, with closed sales in Austin down around 16% compared to last year.

Quote from @Ben Einspahr: You hit the nail on the head.

I have no guidance for you specific state, maybe you'll get lucky with someone on here but you may want to start posting in your local FB forums or head to the local meetups to find someone. 

That being said, we focus on micro units (1-2 guests max) and have no problem having our units booked every weekend with scattered weekdays.The sad thing is we used to be at nearly 95% occupancy in 2017-2019 but once everyone started joining the party and our city started throwing up tons of hotels to keep up with tourism demad, we dropped to more like 65% occupancy.Keep your head up, man!

I’m currently based in Denver, CO, but I’ll be relocating to Raleigh, NC in July 2025 to start working full-time as a disposition agent for New Western.Since I have some time before my move, I want to get a head start on building my business and positioning myself for success in Raleigh.

In our area there are business administrator (assistants to the mayor) who have more decision making power than others, but the head of the water/sewer or public works department may be able to help you too.

Have you attempted to speak with the neighbors to try and address it head on with them?

Bill hit the nail on the head.

I just want to make sure that I have my head on straight when thinking about how people get "paid" in this business.