But for the people who are motivated and want to get deals done and build the community and level up together, it can be a godsend. 

They take decent care of the property, but I would get texts all the time telling me to fix many things (some valid, some completely unnecessary) and would get upset if I ever denied any of the requests.

If you want to do it yourself, be ready to answer text messages at 3 AM, solve problems within a 2 hour window, deal with contractors who aren’t able to “turn” a vacancy quick enough, and guests who want “instant” gratification.  

Motivates tenants to conserve and not waste water.

Challenge is where is their motivation to properly screen applicants and get rid of nonpayers?

She denies and keeps texting me every day to "fix the furnace".

I am a highly motivated individual, however, and I'm dedicated to getting into real estate investing.  

Feel free to reach out via DM or text if you think you'll go.

it was an interesting process but basically, the novation allowed us to get the deal done without having to involve the banks. this was a huge motivation. that way I save on having to close twice. 

If it passes, I think the motivations to buy a vacation rental in Colorado will change from mostly investment to mostly personal.