If I am going to sell it, I will repair or replace the dry rots, paint exterior, and repair the roof.

I am planning to travel to Columbus and drive around but I can't possibly get to know an entire area in even a few short visits. 

We were not there often due to travel and had no pets, apartment was returned in the same condition that we received itI am wondering if a normal wear and tear allowance calculation is something that actually exists and by law they need to provide the hourly rate breakdown and what was cleaned correct?

I have no experience in owning mountain homes, but I do use them as a traveler nearly annually.I second @John Underwood with having a hot tub for sure

Your build out cost will be less competitive for the elevator systems, fire sprinklers, exterior parking spots- unless you do drive through load zones, and exterior wall surface.e. 

I've putting my money into public markets and HYSA but once rates drop I need to re-think the HYSA.Other investors I know are doing STRs in California and OOS, partially because of the IRS loophole with STRs and being about to offset active income, some MTRs (renting out to people displaced for insurance reasons such as a fire, other reasons, not so much travel nurses like during COVID), buying an apartment complex together with 3 to 4 people, working in the real estate industry (acquisition, property management, lending, becoming an agent, etc).

Enhancing the exterior with fresh paint, landscaping, new siding, or an upgraded front door can create a strong first impression.

Safe travels and hope to host your next trip to Cambridge.Don't forget to leave us a review on Airbnb!

Pay particular attention to the yards, driveways, and exteriors for clues.

Why are people traveling to the area, understanding this matters.