There's host insurance, STR insurance (Proper, CBIZ) and reserves for any damages.Good luck and DM me if you have any other questions!

If the tenant that has “abandoned” the place has stopped communicating and paying rent, send the proper notice as soon as the next payment is late, then evict assuming you don’t get a response.

If the property is properly priced and listed at 190k I can't imagine low balls will even be considered.

What lifestyle choices can you drop to save more cash?

Another risk could be landlords who have proceeds from cash out refinance that are not properly traced and accounted for.

Ring floodlight camerasSchlage encode or whatever your local handyman feels comfortable withTowels/bedding-whatever my cleaners recommends in that particular marketStreaming services if available, dvd/blue ray playerHonestly just proper auto messaging through your Management software takes care of most items and makes the guest feel like they are being checked up on.

It is important to plan early and secure a reputable and properly insured company for snow removal.

The LL unfriendly regulations are typically, at most, a minor nuisance to properly managed properties in San Diego. 

When I had a project that involved removing some asbestos my local landfill was a facility that accepted it as long as it was properly prepared for disposal in the correct containers etc.

If it's done properly, it is NOT illegal.