Hi BP, I’m in the process of renovating and setting up my first short term rental.

If she's not happy with those terms, she's welcome to take the happy clause and this one time only, you will allow her to break her lease early if she's out by the end of the month. 

Don't reduce rent for longer terms.

In terms of actually going into the property, I did a check-in at 6 months on my properties, but not sure whether that's too much or too little.2.

Hiring a professional designer for short-term rentals can bring several benefits that enhance the overall guest experience and property profitability:Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal: Professional designers can transform a space into an inviting and visually appealing environment.

Currently met lender  who offers extremely good terms. 7% int only split over 2 years.

(this whole sale where you see the proceeds pictured above, was I realized I had to get more liquid and retool my balance sheet for long term growth. 

I found this deal off market and found agreeable terms with the seller involving a midterm lease during renovation.

The same amount invested in the securities market stays fully deployed for the entire term - in other words, all $12k of the principal (the basis) is at work for the entire 5 years.

I contacted State Auto, and they initially said that foundation issues were covered and provided terms and conditions for that.