That's usually the biggest obstacle to refi, IMHO, because you usually pay that upfront.

The biggest challenges are 1.

Listening to a lot of BP podcasts, reading, etc. biggest thing for me now is just networking and letting realtors know (and others) what I’m looking for.

I always look at somebody's incentives when reading an article like that with little substantiating data.

As you know this is maybe the biggest decision a new investor will have to make and the variables are countless.

For me, the order of monthly spend goes something like mortgage (biggest expense), medical expenses, food, car payment, ancillary (smallest expense).

Real estate cash flow is the last thing on their mind as they want to capitalize on the depreciating tax incentives.

Maybe offer an incentive (gift card raffle) to those who complete the survey?

Windows and door frames and similar surfaces are the biggest risks.

I think Airbnb's biggest assets were hosts, their motivation to build long term positive reviews, 5 stars, etc... and reputation, that he destroyed.As for looking to build a 3rd platform after airbnb/vrbo, No, I don't believe that's the issue despite all the imperfection.