As you mentioned, one nonconforming instance is something built or modified prior to the implementation of the current regulations and zoning.

Guests appreciate the quick responses and the detailed information they receive, which sets a positive tone for their stay right from the start.For those looking to implement automation but unsure where to start, my advice is to begin by centralizing your guest data using a reliable software platform.

@David Smith invest your gains into your business so you don't have a profit then speak to your CPA about the best tax strategies then implement the strategy with your new business generated off your investment

If you're going to have just a blog, make sure it's designed well, implementing static pages and different page formats, so that it will present itself as a more traditional-looking site.

@Mehdi Jouhri, welcome to investing.Series investing are not implemented in all the states. 

If you are able to implement a real estate professional status tax strategy (REP) you can use passive losses from syndication deals to lower your ordinary W2 income.

I see that a lot with subcontractors as wellHere are the two links and happy to answer more questions privately https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/11998/98488-top-5-strategies-to-implement-before-investing-in-a-syndicationhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/11998/98489-top-20-questions-to-ask-your-syndicator-before-investing

You can implement your own systems, decisions can be made in hours rather than weeks, and tyou can focus on your deals, not the otters 1000s of units third party has to manage.To say one is better than the other is difficult if you dont have all the facts.

@Justin Capps - if legal in your area, you should look at implementing a Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) where the tenants are responsible for utilities. 

I suggest implementing a few low-cost improvements that will bring good ROI and allow you to do a price increase without losing occupancy.