Comments from his VRBO page included 3 things:  Mattress protector was noisy, no exit instructions and limited kitchen items. 

We purchased the property for 59K including closing costs, insurance, etc.  

That income can be ANY legal and verifiable source of income,  including wages, SSI/SSD, food stamps,  settlements/child support etc.   

. ($20K total out of pocket including closing costs).  

Options include but not limited to:1) private lending - you can do it directly with flippers or through agencies that offer such services2) invest in the commercial real estate ( can be apartments or other assets) via syndications - you can find a lot of us here on BP. 

As far as lawsuits, I have a blended insurance policy created for STR operators that includes $1M commercial liability policy. 

Includes unlimited Q&A about investing, but no deal advice. 

It doesn't include debilitating attacks that leave people with long term injuries.

I've taken small steps to diversify what I do, including creating a social media presence to begin sharing some of my videography and drone skills.Currently, I fixed up a single family home which is on the market and I have a duplex that's been a great investment. 

Total construction area (includes all common areas): 57,318 sq. ft.