We manage a tiny cabin in Black Bear Falls that rents 310-320 nights a year.  

And that part is black-and-white, no debate.Even if you claim the STR loophole on your CA return, despite it being controversial, you still cannot claim bonus depreciation.

This will give a cleaner "Forest" look to the property. 

Blacks for example are disproportionately left/liberal.  

The property is bordered by the Green Mountain National Forest.

For reference, most of my guests are traveling professionals (nurses, utility workers, relocating faculty from local universities, etc.)2) Consider your target guest - For example if you are renting to traveling nurses, they may work night shifts and sleep during the day so you will want black out curtains in the bedroom.

If you go with Matte Black finishes, the plumber will need to know that upfront vs Brushed Nickel stuff.Lastly, if you haven't done a bunch of remodeling I would ask my local group of investors for recommendations for contractors and ask them why. 

There are less expensive ways to change money and land properly.Now, if the land was $100,000 and had potential mineral rights (think oil, Texas tea, black gold, Beverly Hillbillies type of stuff baby) yeah, for sure, $3,500 is small potatoes.

What you call a "Professional manager" is also not so black and white like you think. 

Which old forester do you like?