REI accounting requires someone who understands property management workflows, including AppFolio integrations, capex vs repairs, security deposits, owner distributions, and unit-level tracking.

Student rentals usually see more wear and tear, so deposits and inspection standards matter a lot!!!

As both a landlord and a local investor in Boca Raton, I’ve seen how deposit disputes and inconsistent inspections can cause real frustration for both owners and tenants.That’s why I started offering independent, photo-verified move-in/out documentation services for landlords, property managers, and short-term rental hosts.We provide:Neutral, third-party documentation (so owners stay compliant and protected)Flat-fee inspections starting at $9924–48 hr turnaround with photo/video reportsOptional cleaning or repair coordination add-onsCurious if others here are doing this or outsourcing similar work?

Jeff Beach the owner has taken deposits for over 2 years from clients.

Tenants tell me about lease prep fees deducted from security deposits, annual financial suitability reviews with an added fee, yearly tenant insurance checks with an added fee, pet registration fees (separate from pet rent or pet deposits), annual inspections charged to tenants and other small add-ons that feel like nickel & diming.Are margins really so tight that landlords have to manufacture revenue through these junk fees?

No deposit.

I suspect that full security deposit forfeiture for lease violation may not be legal.  

How much do you charge for a security deposit?

I collect a security deposit hold against the guest's credit card, so that I do not have to rely solely upon the Airbnb "damage coverage".

Coincidentally the list of repairs they emailed her equals the amount of her security deposit.