This sounds like a simple design question, but it directly impacts bookings, reviews, and long-term ROI.Most investors think in terms of square footage and bedroom count.Guests, however, feel bathroom friction immediately.From what I’ve seen reviewing STR layouts, the bathroom-to-bedroom ratio is one of the biggest silent performance drivers.Here’s why.When groups travel — families, couples, friend groups mornings and evenings become traffic jams.

It needs to be more flexible in terms of type and amount of info that can be added and easily retrieved. 

If the contractor doesn't have skin the game to ensure no overage or stoppage during the project then there's no accountable for them to take the money, complete some work and leave.On the investor side, you have to ensure your numbers are correct in terms of ARV or evaluation.

In terms of financing, I would go with community or regional banks.

He once indicated he was going to catch me in terms of re assets but I believe no longer has that as a goal.  

Which areas are you primarily looking for in terms of market?

If your goal is to escape the W2 long term, I’d think in terms of acquiring income-producing assets first, then upgrading lifestyle later once the cash flow supports it.

We have 25% + into the homes in terms of equity and ontime monthly payments.

And separately, what does selling after targeted upgrades actually free up in terms of flexibility for the next move? 

I would become owner of record after Deed has been filed (4-6 months from what I've seen), but also understand that PA has issues in terms of the length of statute of limitations for adverse possession, and insurability of the Deed.