I suspect that the reason STR supply is down in urban areas is due to STR regulations and ridiculously high LTR monthly rents.Shortly before the pandemic hit, a lot of STR regulations went into effect in densely populated cities.

I suspect that only once the funds were paid to the bondsman would a release of the lien be provided. 

I suspect that 5% figure is true regarding wholesalers.

Originally posted by @Daniel Hurtado:I ask this as a newbie looking to start wholesaling this monthI suspect the answer is in the number of bodies of people who have tried before you that you have to step over to actually do a deal.

How do you suspect that will play into future investing?  

I suspect he is of the mind if they dont pay I just take the house back etc.. these schemes have come under a lot of scrutiny in all states. 

Time will tell if that is to continue, but I suspect it will over the long term (I make no predictions for the short term).  

And a bit of a high price point but I suspect they would split the cost and compare it to hotels.One of the comps near by for $951 a night saysBED SET UP:14 guests · 4 bedrooms · 10 beds · 3 baths1st Bedroom - 2 Bunk Beds Full over Single2nd Bedroom - 2 Double beds3rd Bedroom - 1 Queen bed4th Bedroom - King bedReview:"I'm so grateful to Nelie for hosting us!

I suspect in your case the base value may be the value your mom obtained the property for.  

@Russell Brazil@James Wise@Will Barnard@Chris MartinHey guys read my tale above and let me know if you have ever encountered this  either on the fringe or had it happened .I suspect James has over the years..