I always tell the tenants and explain to them about the speedy time for things to get fixed, when there is a yearly check on the property if they don't ask for things to be done due to worrying about raising rent which is a thing.

When we bias the framing, we don't fairly weigh the options.Let me explain why a serious operator is actually aligned with the landlord:They invest 5-15k of their own cash into furnishings upfront.

While this can be explained, it can’t be changed.This is one scenario I didn’t anticipate, as my exit strategy is typically determined post-flip.

If you can clearly explain the numbers and the risks, you will feel much more confident pulling the trigger.Focus on learning and protecting your capital on the first deal.

Also, most people have no clue what the difference between an EA (Enrolled Agent) and a CPA is. perhaps you could explain in your own words where an Enrolled Agent makes sense over relying on even a very competent CPA.

And I can't imagine an insurance salesman, actually explaining the risk to a client, it'd be self defeating.Your comment "Nobody sees the commissions"  Sounds slight of hand to me ;-)Ah, but they are still commissions, aren't they? 

Ask specifically about:– Lease renewal fees– Maintenance markups– Eviction coordination fees– “Project management” charges on turnsIf they can’t clearly explain all of that before onboarding, expect surprises later.3.

But if you're thinking about doing it for 2025, it may be too late, practically speaking, as I explained here:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1220969-expla...Also, REPS - real estate professional status - has nothing to do with STRs.

A solid manager should be able to clearly explain their process (leasing, maintenance, rent collection, evictions) and answer questions without being defensive or vague.

Hope that helps explain the policy a bit more :) I need to stress again that I was not in the right frame of mind when I made this post.