We will be using Airbnb.com but are looking for another software option for rentals not through their platform.

With fix and flips, the goal is for a short term hold so the interest only payments generally makes more sense.  

If I don't make the repairs to the MH I won't be able to rent it at all.

Public Record bedroom number is different than the advertised bedroom number.For instance, Public record and tax assessor says 4, while advertised bedroom number on MLS/listing is 5.The listing agent insists that the bedroom number is correct and that assessor and public information are wrong.What steps do I need to ensure that the advertised bedroom number is correct?

Any tips on how to identify markets for long term rental income?

In the STR world - that extra money is for the furnishings of the home.  

Banks aren't really in the business of lending to real estate investors anyway...they focus primarily on "operating entities", but they can be done.

Now again I have received the following note;"Thank you for taking care of the mold in the bathroom.

The irony...the party of tolerance being intolerant.

I don't know the intricacies of leaving Evolve, but I'm on the receiving end of folks that have left.