The good news is that my wife and I are going to move into our in-laws home In Alaska because the snow bird in Arizona, it’s a great opportunity for us as we can now rent out our 5 bedroom 2 bathroom home in anchorage.

We hope that this introduction could lead to a mutually beneficial collaboration.I am sorry to hear you were laid off but the good news is this door of Real Estate investing is wide open for you.

Also, a Passionate New England sports fanExcited to learn and connect with you all!

The job loss was news to me...

This is exciting news to me and I'm surprised I hadn't heard it before since my husband is a veteran and we've purchased several homes VA as well as clients of mine that I have helped.

And what is the mix of guests (couples, entire families with kids, grandparents, parent visiting college students, hikers/water sports, college football fans) maybe theme it to what people think of when they go there or provide things that would enhance their stay (paddle boards, video games, theater room, kayaks, really cool beds that have slides etc).

The good news is that post led me to this amazing thread. 

The good news is he had a very solid explanation for why this was all happening which is what got him over the hurdle.As you mentioned this is lender specific but 620 is the minimum FICO score required. 

Any news on Grandma's house yet?

Man made attractions like amusements parks, sport cities, etc., will have an ebb and flow of visitors depending on the current demand.