Always have a cash reserve on hand, maybe twice what you think you'll need.  

So, it's likely to be seen by some fans of Wright's work.Is that $2m a realistic estimate for something like this, or is that just wishful thinking?

Sounds like something else may be up, but either way I don't think you should have to take the loss here.

Correct we bought our vacation home in October 2021 so our interest rate is under 3% and therefore "I don't think" (because I'm still new to this and am up for any smart option) a cash out refinance would be smart in our situation.

If you think that tenant is going to say "my bad....wont do it again" and you believe them, you are an idiot. 

Why do you think purchase contracts are so long and have such small print?

I think you could do well in California, with a bit of digging!  

I think it is fairly priced.

The front porch needs some work, I was thinking of charging smaller rent overall because of the condition of the house .

Personally I don't think the home office deduction is worth the eyeballs it always brings from the IRS.