2.Create a direct booking website and set up an escrow account where guest payments are held and disbursed to the property owner and cohost according to agreed terms?

Generally what I see is Hubby is handyman and Wife does books and leasing..

I'd also recommend diving into books, podcasts, and even attending real estate events to start learning more.Here:Learn the Basics: Study property types, financing, and market trends.Network: Attend events, connect with pros, and build relationships.Find a Mentor: Seek guidance from someone experienced in commercial real estate.Start Small: Look at smaller deals or partnerships to get your feet wet.Take Action: Once ready, start evaluating deals and making offers.

STR and MTR are basically full time jobs when you're booked.

If you are not starting from a very strong financial position and you do not have the ability to quickly stockpile cash quickly from other means then I definitely agree with that statement from the book.

He also has a book coming out in a month or so focused on passive investors like me.

As for resources and connecting with other investors, take advantage of BiggerPockets through books, podcasts, articles, meetups and/or conferences! 

Networking with the BiggerPockets community and learning from resources like Brandon Turner's book were invaluable in shaping my strategy.Good luck!

Imagine turning your investment into a personal getaway when it’s not booked—sounds way better than a condo-hotel in Vegas, right?

Most of my cancellations were within the cancellation period and I charge a cancellation fee for my direct bookings.