My current background consists of reading Bigger Pockets books and others, speaking with individuals in the real estate community, and searching online or in forums when I have questions.

You have to consistently follow up in a meaningful way and you will get deals.

Let them know who you are and what you're looking for on a consistent basis.

The deal consists of the following.A 4-acre lot with a 35-year-old floral business on it.

Due to the consistent and successful Airbnb income, I am contemplating tearing down the garage to put in an Airstream which I am pretty certain will rent comparably to my studio for $2k gross/mo.

We are both in the film industry therefore work isn't like typical consistent employment, so we also have had jobs to fill in the gaps for cash flow.

It's updated regularly, so you're not buying a snapshot of data that starts getting stale as soon as you get it.I also suggest picking your top few marketing channels and hitting them consistently. 

@Juanita Briggs pros: your listing is marketed to a massive pool of potential guests = more bookings =can potentially raise price to meet demand.cons: you have to pay airbnb a cut If you're filled consistently and you're happy with the rate I wouldn't bother.

My "Day Job" consists of running a marketing firm for realtors, property management companies, brokers, and insurance companies. 

Wasn't sure if the proximity to Glendale, Pasadena or HP was enough pull to get consistent bookings.