Based on both your comments, however, it sounds like both approaches may be worth looking into further.Thanks a bunch! 

That said, the best way to approach is would be through a combination of Airbnb, VRBO/HomeAway, Booking.com AND Direct Bookings.

I've brought this issue up with my PMs and they tell me that even if the tenants conduct contributed to the problem, if you want to run higher end rentals with desirable long-term tenants it's advisable to let the charge fall back on the landlord.We just look at it as part of creating goodwill with good tenants, which I've concluded myself is long-term the best approach.

I realize March is approaching fast and that you may already have a home picked out, but Landon Allen has good recommendations on surrounding towns/cities to possibly move to that aren't far drives at all from EL.

This is all a networking business, and having local contacts that can help guide you would be the best approach. 

Here is a private money lender who approached me at a very cheap interest rate, Can someone tell me if it is legit or not?  

Others on this board must have dealt with this for actively-managed commercial real estate assets - hoping folks can share their approach or the guidance they've been given. 

Always approach it with the mindset of you are offering them an opportunity to invest in safe/secure real estate with great returns.

We are taking a tactical approach to sticking in the D(M)V area, where we will be able to acquire assets that would be easier to manage given the proximity to each other.

If you can't I would say throw a low ball offer that puts your payment at say 1600.00 or less.now if this is a condo I would have a totally different approach.