How does anyone find a way out of the scourge of renting with these kinds of business practices by landlords? 

I'm writing this post to see if there is any advise to give me or a mentor that's willing to help me understand if this is an area in business that I can grow in.

A percentage discount off of what it would cost for daily stays on the booking platform.

Which will bring plenty of other investors and general business to the area.

(They might want more since RE commission costs to seller will be +/- $50k) $600k LA at 5% interest only for 5 years = $30k/year interest income X 5 years = $150k interest income. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Which will bring plenty of other investors and general business to the area.

Our costs are provided up front, are minimal across the industry, and we will always be transparent.

The HELOC/HELOAN will have the lower closing costs and you're not giving up your 3% rate.

Our approach for implementation is to break all repairs into 4 categories by priority:1) Health & Safety - most important as could result in tenant lawsuit2) Property Preservation & Government Requirements - don't ignore a roof leak that costs hundreds to fix now, but will costs thousands in the future.