They've gone as far as writing algorithms that pull data points like crime rates, age, median income, number of coffee shops and hundreds of others to create heat maps of where to buy.  

You need to send him a letter with proof of delivery required (a cheap date with US postal service) and you can also post the Notice in a sealed white envelope marked confidential to his door - and take a photo of it for proof of delivery. 

For example, two of my goals are to achieve a certain percentage for my IRR (internal rate of return), and a certain % for my cash on cash return. 

Also, there is a need in the marketplace for a co-living PM company that doesn't charge too high of rate. 

Long-term, look into refinancing once property values increase to lower your interest rate or pull equity for your next investment.Good luck!

You can find out nightly rates, occupancy and amenities.

It's a guaranteed rate of return above and beyond anything you can get in the market or real estate. - The 4% rule is a helpful benchmark but leaves a LOT to be desired in terms of projecting retirement income from a liquid portfolio.

It's not a magic bullet to solve all operational needs, but the process works very well when a remote team member at a lower labor rate fits into the needs of a scaling business.

Should I use a co-host just to get off the ground on a good foot and rack up some solid 5 star ratings, then transition to self sufficient down the road?   

Looking at a property that would be a somewhat turnkey STR, it has great numbers and occupancy rates.