Its the training part, but also a LOT of other steps: verify pay stubs, copy ID or drivers license, hand over keys, do property orientation (going over how to rest a GFCI, turn off water, change HVAC filter etc etc) and collect sedurity deposit and first month rent

Semi-antique persian rugs, heavy duty dining rooms, high-end leather furnishings. 

Heavy curtains, rugs, door sweeps, and even a white-noise machine can make a big difference.If everything else about the property is strong, I wouldn’t immediately write it off.

The tenant moves in next week and I will be doing a unit walkthrough and orientation with him where I will go through the key parts of the lease since he didn't sign it.A couple other things that are different from typical MTR stays:- They are not using my property management software (RentRedi) to pay rent.

Someone managing mostly Class A apartments might not be the right fit for small multifamily or single-family homes.Communication Style: Pay attention to how quickly they respond and how transparent they are — that’s usually how they’ll treat you and your tenants too.Problem-Solving Attitude: Things will go wrong — maintenance delays, difficult tenants, late payments — so look for someone who’s calm, proactive, and solution-oriented, not just a messenger.Technology & Systems: Make sure they use good software for payments, maintenance tracking, and communication.

We also doa new home orientation and go over items like how to reset a GFCI, breakers, water main shut off location, how to replace a furnce filter, what the sump pump does, the importance of down spout extensions and why you have to disconnect your garden hose before frost - we have had more than one pipe burst over the years.Be VERY careful with altering leases.

Although if I was looking to really build my career or business I think I would engage there a lot as it tends to be what I see far more business oriented..

I had one guy kept complaining, I recarpeted the hall stairs, put a slow closer on the door and he still complained that the upstairs neighbor walked too loud on rugs.

Your strategy needs to be long term oriented; expect to pull out 50-75% of your funds, not 100% most of the time.

As a realtor myself, I can say that submitting multiple offers and requesting disclosures is common for investors who are serious and detail-oriented.