That's SLOW - but effective. 

Sorry for the slow response had a wedding to prepare for at my house and just in recovery after being in the hospital.

In other words, if you don't fill your unit in the slow season because you're afraid it will cut into your high season revenue, will the high season revenue more than cover the difference?

I spoke with the title company who is still helping us wrap up the set-up of a servicing company, and she confirmed that they would be responsible for the principal / interest for Nov and Dec, while we are responsible for the escrow shortage balance (as agreed upon).Not sure how it was missed - not my favorite title company to work with.

Quote from @Kandice Morgenstern: Does anyone have a good lease clause to outline responsibilities and expectations during mandatory evacuations?

Then connect with some hard money lenders (you can find some here on BP as well as some who are typing this right now) and connect with them to understand their product type, what they like to lend on and requirements.Hard money broker is all numbers game of making relationships and helping those that are looking for financing, it starts out slow but if you get with a few good borrowers and lenders it can be pretty decent money to be made.As an example we paid six figures last year to HM brokers. 

Markets are slowing significantly around the country (but not everywhere).

My tenants are responsible for maintaining a clean property and for any requested pest control services.

Real estate is all about getting rich slow, not quick.I'd be happy to connect.  

Why mention the tenant will be responsible for appliance repair above ordinary wear-and-tear?