Park most of it in a 4.5% saving account right now, and then I'd take one of two tracks.STR/Vacation rentalTake some of it and buy a nice vacation rental/STR in a mid-size market (like maybe not here in Colorado where you're looking at $100k outlay on the low end). 

Hosts often make the mistake of using low-quality photos or vague descriptions.

The home i live in is a low interest loan and i only owe another 40k on it, will be paid off within 4 years.

If I can't get a comfort level on if the data is accurate, I will cancel tomorrow. 

I watch for the deals that Lowes runs.

Not too low either, you don't want to go with someone who is just focused on price as this is a quality of a not-so-great accountant.

One, expected, but arose sooner then expected, was re-piping the house due to the old galvanized pipes causing low water pressure & continuous leaks that were needing to be repaired. 

Thanks for your insight.BenThere is no.market for this in Canada as far as I'm aware of, particularly since the default rate is so low (<0.5%).

In many instances like this one - by the time it gets investigated damage is already done I love these articles not for the fact investors are getting abused.. but the statements about lavish lifestyle  fancy dinners etc etc.. every single white collar litigation or criminal complaint has that exact same language.. and now you know why the Mafia guys just lived in some plain Jane home and maybe drove a caddy and ate at a low end restaurant LOL.  

Nevada is landlord friendly, low property taxes, and close to CA.