I’m sure in the universe of real estate brokers there are good and bad.  

@James Carlson I'm not even sure if we will see density bring prices down really, but keeping them at a maintainable level long term is definitely a goal and one that I agree with on a personal level.

Make sure your photos are high quality as well! 

Not sure what else I can do. www.airbnb.com/p/spbungalowhttps://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/708291_1https://spbungalow.com/ (property website only- no pricing)I can:A) Wait a few more weeks to see if I get bookings at the price I need to break even.mwhile I Continue following up with leads and insurance contacts.B) Lower the price by $50 every week until I get a booking C) Offer a discounted rate to my first 3 bookings on Airbnb to get reviews and have my property rank higher in the algorithm. 

I would consult your lender and make sure you don't run into any issues getting your owner occupied loan after doing a non-occupied loan.

Also how do I make sure all secondary damage such as gutters, siding, windows etc are covered and accounted in insurance claim.

I am not sure of his financial situation but it is not really a problem because I can get all the money from my lender that I need. 

This will help you meet lots of different people in the industry who might help you along your journey or at least share their own experiences that you can also learn from. 

I'm not sure the best course of action here... 

Would be happy to connect to learn more about investing in the Central Valley, and pick your brain on Bay Area as well.