Yeah, this is definitely not my main focus but I definitely see the opportunity literally in front of me everyday. 

We initially set up our VRBO accounts to Instant Book which didn't  give us the opportunity to properly vet renters.

Thanks for the quick reply, Julie - very encouraging to hear that it's an avenue worth pursuing.I used to be concerned about my personal furniture (which is not inexpensive) but after I added up the opportunity costs of NOT utilizing my primary residence as a STR in my absence, all my concerns about it vanished.

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My mind is open to all opportunities at this point.

What I expect is to further my business, be introduced to interesting people/opportunities (doesn't matter if I don't make any money) and to enhance my perceptive.

Along came an opportunity through a friend to purchase a house that easily values @ $180,000 for $115,000(purchase price). 

If you refinance this mortgage as an owner occupant, you will sign paperwork saying that you intend to occupy for a year. 

I intend to automate this marketing strategy ASAP with income derived from it's deals using something like yellowletters.com.

We have a very strong track record and I would think would be a very attractive opportunity for people looking to do an exchange.