5 time repeat customer coming again for a couple of days boosting lot 12's appeal in keeping it short term.  I have never spoken with these people. They show up, they drop the trailer, they hook up, they leave.  I've seen them a couple of times, waved at them and moved on.  Give me another 10 days worth for that spot in the next 30 days and it's paid for itself the same as my current rates of long term.  I don't mind keeping one lot open if it's going to generate sufficient revenue.  

I'm certainly not going to tell those 3 sets of people that I don't have the space available, that's a fact. So, stuck with it for overnighters, I'll just hope I can get some more people in there to rent it. 

I'm feeling much better.  I should be able to go over there and continue work tomorrow.  It's been raining most of the day and severe storms coming tonight, however, that may affect sleep. I'll still go over there but at what time? I'll figure that out in the morning.  It's actually better that I just get over to Lowe's and get that sink and cabinet.  Well, probably just a waste of time.  I'm not getting into what is remaining of that trench after all of this rain and more projected tomorrow.  

It's okay. I have to finish some wiring and outlet installation, the AC installation and start putting in the insulation.  There's plenty to do.  Wiring will take precedence, I'd like to get that over with and behind me, at least the stuff I can do for right now.  Actually the only other wiring I will have left is if I want to install a stove in the future and another wiring setup for another set of machines. The stove is a real possibility, the machines? Not so much.  These machines are getting used on the weekends but slight usage during the week. I see no need to purchase more.  If people want to complain, I will tell them they can use them when there is no one using them.  If it's that big of a deal, they can just go to the laundromat like they've been doing.

The thing about the stove wiring is the expense.  I have to decide if I am really going to do that at some point, for that wiring is expensive. Stoves use 50 amp breakers meaning I think it's 6-3 wiring.  Even 10 feet of that stuff would cost probably around $80. And 10 feet would work, now is the time to do it. I'm going to fill that hole the wiring is coming in through with duct sealant and after that stuff is in there, it's going to be difficult to remove it to push through another wire.  

Oh, btw, I bought the outlet for the stove, the box it goes in and a cover awhile back. I was certain I was going to put in a stove and I am still convinced it may be a good idea.  Ill probably go ahead and get that wire when I get the vanity.  Those are the few big ticket - well not that big actually - but big enough ticket items left.  The stove can wait, the kitchen sink can wait, etc.  I'll need a bench for the bathroom as well, I'm looking for something cheap, not fancy.  I'm tired of spending money on this thing.  I still have hipcamp wiring to go - but I've had the wire sitting there for a month. Just haven't had time to get to it, the priority is to get the shed going for whosoever demands such amenities to be in there.  

I'll be taking a shower in that stall. Yes, I know it works, I want to just stand there with the hot water running and ensure I have it right.  The water drains perfectly, no pooling.  There are no leaks and I have backfilled that setup underneath the shed.  I guess I should get some throw rugs for people to stand on when they get out of the shower. I know I don't like standing on cold, hard flooring.  Several dollar tree cheap rugs or Ollie's will work.  

The point is that you just hang one up to dry and put a fresh one in when one gets wet.  This is far from being a fancy setup here, it's practical and that's all I was aiming for, for now.  It's cost a truckload of money, I hope it pays off. I am very glad, regardless, of having a bathroom to use the toilet now instead of having to go out into the woods or sending the kids out there.  

I did spend time today updating websites where my park is listed to reflect the sewer dump, the water spigot, the grassy area for hipcamp, the laundry, shower and toilet.  I also put out a local Facebook ad in case there are any tent campers in the area that want a place to pitch a tent over night.  My Google site has been updated to reflect the additional amenities.  

I would very much appreciate it if Google would please update the photo from satellite of the property. It's just a forest - people look at it, they tell me so. Looks like you just have trees there? This must be a new park?  I'm just not going to spend $300 on drone footage.  I don't know that the money spent would equate into income.  I could put a link to google maps on there for people to see the footage.  

Well enough.  It's not late but I've got a lot on my mind right now. 

And I was taking a look at Hipcamp. It's crazy. You have to change options in 4 different places. Otherwise, it still shows no laundry, shower or toilet.  I'm glad I went through all of that yet again.  I have now going through the entire admin site and hopefully I have this correct. I am going to go to Google Incognito and take a look. Okay, the only thing left is that I need to take a couple pics of the Hipcamp area.  I don't want people thinking they are getting an RV site for that kind of money - it's cheap.  It's enough to make a little profit and get some extra finances generated.  I'm going to get some pics tomorrow and get those up there quick, lol.  

I guess I best take a pass through my Roverpass site one more time as well! Well that sucks.  I'm on page 4 for a search for my town.  Most of what's showing up isn't even in my town. These other sites must be paying to get their site boosted.  Hipcamp? My listing shows up at the top of the page.  I'm going to start looking for tent camping apps and see if I can get on some of them.

Well I guess I'll leave lot 12 open,lol.  It has 1 3-day and 1 8-day reservation on it for next month all of a sudden.  Put some more days on it with reservations and it equals monthly lot rent rate.  I also have a reservation for December 19th, lmao.  They actually called asking for the date.  Ok?  And a reservation for August 6th?  Ok. People in the business that have a reputation and have been there a while say they have their lots booked out for the summer well in advance.  I dunno if these people are suddenly showing up because I now have a bathroom facility or not.  

Speaking of bathrooms, that guy came in there yesterday twice to "inspect" everything and was mumbling something loudly on his way out.  I have no idea what his beef is and I'm not going to concern myself with it. If he has something to say to me, say it to me, not everyone else that he encounters in the park. Their lot rent is coming due soon, we'll see if they're staying. If they are, I'm going to ask him directly about these shed inspections that occur on a daily basis.

Of course it isn't finished. Of course I have materials in there for the construction.  I freely tell people that the facilities are available but it's still under construction, please "pardon our dust".  There are no surprises, there is no omission of facts.  But, that couple are constant complainers and loudly voice their disapproval about a myriad of things.  Or were, anyway, they  haven't spoken to me in a week and I have no idea why that is. They went from friendly to standoffish.  But again, this is the type of personality these people are, even with each other.  It's not surprising to me that they have turned on me for no apparent reason.

My reaction? If you don't like it, you can leave.  There are other parks in the area. If you find one of them better than mine, feel free to move.    Not a conversation I really want to have with them, in fact, I am just avoiding them. I'll take their money every month and they can stay over there and mouth off all they want.  Others in the park greatly disagree with their viewpoints and have told me that in no uncertain terms.  I do wonder if they regret leaving a good Google review.  I don't know if you can take down a review once you have posted it.  

Anyway, the thing about yesterday's inspection? He didn't go around back to see the massive amount of work I did out there. I didn't work on the inside and I'm still feeling quite bad from that excursion yesterday. Muscle aches and a giant headache this morning, it's raining and I'm sitting in my bedroom office and I don't care if I don't get anything done today.  In fact, the serenity of sitting here listening to the rain drops and the peacefulness of a house without anyone else home is quite amazing.  I still have this headache, debating whether to take meds or just wait it out.  I'm kind of stubborn on taking Tylenol and such. I really don't like taking that stuff unless I absolutely feel that I have to. 

One thing that is nice? That dirt is back in the trench. I wouldn't have been able to do that until next week sometime now that  it's been raining for hours and there are severe storms forecast for tonight, including a 3 on the tornado index.  Yes, there is still some dirt on the sides of the shed to go, but not much and really, the eyesore is gone.  I put that second shower stall up for sale, I don't need it.  I am not going to expand the facility any time soon.  It's one bathroom and one set of machines and that's it. I might put in a soda vending machine, but I'm really not sure it will be cost effective.  Maybe if I got a lot of tent campers coming in? 

I really wish I had the money to build out a glamping setup.  The biggest money is spent on building the platform, buying the giant, canvas tent and installing heating and cooling.  I suppose a good queen or king bed is probably up there as well.  I'm going to price out the materials next time at Lowe's - not to buy it right now, but as a goal.  This is something I want to do, I just need to get it there.  The obstacle? Somehow getting power back there.  

Now, I could build it at the rear of the RV park area - about 300 feet back from where the park is located - and run that aluminum, direct burial wiring to it. But that doesn't have the great views that building it in the trees will have.  Generators are noisy and expensive.  There is no real place to install a solar array - the gas production well takes up all of that.  Having the power company run power back there is likely a non-starter.  I think they gave me the install to the park for free because they figured it would pay for itself eventually.  

Really, the only thing I can think of is a generator, perhaps put in a building with maybe some sound proofing to keep the noise down.  

Why am I going on about this type of thing? Because I must have goals.  I want another 16 RV spaces and at least try 1 glamping site.  Glamping sites are easier than cabins or mini houses in that they don't have running water or bathrooms in them.  You might put a glorified outhouse nearby and perhaps an outdoor shower.  It's an experience, a destination in and of itself.  But it isn't cheap.  And it absolutely requires electricity.  I can see 3k just worth of lumber and supplies to build the platform. 2k for a tent.  A grand for heating/cooling setup.  After that, however and if you have existing bathroom facilities nearby - it's just putting in the furnishings, carpeting, decorations.  It's basically a hotel room in a tent. 

So, there is Austin bank a mile away and a lead to getting a loan from a particular person at that bank who can get loans where others have failed.  I'm going to at least call the person and see what they have to say. Probably not right now, lol, this headache is starting to go away but definitely not a good time to be discussing a business loan.  I don't have down money, it's going to have to be a collateral loan or it's nothing at all.  The point? I'm just going to keep trying.  The worst they can say is no.  If I could ever get a yes, I could get on the contractor's list and have him commit to a timeline - with caveats for weather of course - and get it done quickly.  I didn't do that last time and I was just thrown in there when he had time.  Which ended up not happening a lot because rain would stall the plans.

The biggest obstacle right now would be the appraisal.  Just too much money. 

Out of necessity, I finally took an "owner's draw" and paid myself just a few minutes ago.  Business account? Lots of money. Personal accounts? Not so great. We're just short of 5 months into this and I finally took a paycheck.  After the 1st, I will be taking more, at least another grand.  

I will probably be taking 2 grand now that I'm looking at my electric bills that finally came through. A total of $696.48, it's still low enough to get some money into my personal accounts before the high electric bills hit.  This will finance me through May and into June or longer.  I have gotten rid of a lot of unnecessary payments, lowered others and tho I have high credit card debt, the amount is manageable.  

Credit card usage is about to go by the wayside as well.  I have more items to buy for the shed, but if it's a grand I'd be surprised.  I'm really debating whether I should just go and get a vanity today and get that over with.  Of course, that will pose more installation challenges having to run a drain pipe from outside to it and running water to the faucet through types of water lines I have never dealt with before.  I don't think they are particularly hard to do, but still.  New stuff abounds in this project, hence taking so long to finish.  

Well, I'm not just using credit cards now.  I am using a lot of business checking account money to finance remaining purchases.  I just want to try and end the usage of credit cards.  The IRS check hasn't hit my account yet.  I don't know how long that takes, they would have had that check by now.  Even if I owe them more, I am sure they will cash that check regardless.  Finances will start getting a bit dicey now with having to make extra payments to a savings account - that I have not yet opened - to pay for property taxes and insurance. That insurance due will hit in December.  I'm hoping I won't have to make any claims and keep the premium the same or even go down.  

Whatever the case, I have at least 4 grand worth of money coming in the 1st of May - providing everyone stays of course - which will pay expenses and still have ample money left over even after paying expenses. This is where my pay starts to come in.  I also have to start putting aside estimated taxes. This all needs to go into a savings account to separate those monies from operating capital.  I'm starting to get a little better at this. Not a pro, but at least I have some semblance of a mind of how it works and how I should go about doing it.  There is more coming in after the 1st as well, but it's up in the air type thing whether they are staying.  I'm taking my Facebook ads down for now, will need to make a new one for a new look instead of reusing the same ones over and over.

But not now. All lots are filled besides the one, available overnight lot.  I suppose I could run a free ad for tent camping tho.  Might as well? Yes!

With that? The sun is now shining, I'm feeling better and after I make that new ad, I'm going to head over to the property and get some work done.

G'day.