They host blogs on their servers.  

I've also met several people here I've been able to do deals with and co-host networking events so definitely stay plugged in.

Those are your allegations. 

Also, another co-owner who lives there received three fines for the same allegation and the allegation is not even supported by the Bylaw. 

You should attend BiggerPockets meetups hosted by @Darren Sager, than you can meet new investors like yourself and the pros like @Andrew Syrios.

@Josh Pitts I'm hosting a networking event for investors on July 28th from 4-7pm at The Americano in Mt Pleasant.

I am looking to host my own bigger pocket meeting this year you are welcome to join!

I think a meetup for locals would be great that is mostly networking among investors rather than the hosts trying to make money off of the meeting like the Tallahassee Investors Network.

Today, I either use vrbo/airbnb (who in case of conflict, if you are a long time host with great reviews facing a bad guest, vrbo/airbnb cover you 100%) which is great, or I do direct, (only for longer term guests), get them sign a detailed agreement, and accept only cashier checks (delay, etc..).Today, we never hear about a credit card dispute or fraud etc... because HA/airbnb handle it, and even if they don't collect their money (rare but very possible , such as same day bookings), we are paid and safe.

You mentioned the percentage ... yes, Airbnb takes between 3-5% from the host's cut.