I’ve seen so many owners struggle with late rent, tenant turnover, maintenance headaches, and compliance issues — it can quickly take the fun out of owning rentals.A few strategies I’ve found helpful for keeping rental management smooth:Use clear lease agreements and proper tenant screeningKeep maintenance and repairs organized with reliable vendorsTrack all income and expenses in a transparent systemStay up-to-date on Florida landlord-tenant law and Fair Housing complianceI’d love to hear what other Florida landlords do to keep things running smoothly — any tips or best practices you swear by?

A few strategies I’ve found helpful for keeping rental management smooth: Use clear lease agreements and proper tenant screeningKeep maintenance and repairs organized with reliable vendorsTrack all income and expenses in a transparent systemStay up-to-date on Florida landlord-tenant law and Fair Housing compliance  I’d love to hear what other Florida landlords do to keep things running smoothly — any tips or best practices you swear by? 

I appreciate any advice you’re willing to share.

Happy to share tips and insights!

I generally think things like this, or "equity share" type structures are a great solution, not sure to your point how to make them work in a modern environment, but conceptually I'm a big fan.    

The model intentionally used a market-average, outsourced operating structure (platform distribution + standard fees) to create a conservative, repeatable baseline, especially for investors who value time or operate at scale.That said, removing or reducing platform fees absolutely shifts the STR tipping point lower, and that’s a meaningful advantage for hands-on operators.LTR Occupancy AssumptionFair call.

-Passivity Tips: Strategies to keep it truly hands-off (e.g., self-managed vs. hiring a part-time manager, tenant-owned homes for lower maintenance)?

My goal is to build a solid foundation now and expand my portfolio in the future.If you have any recommendations or tips, I’d love to hear from you!

Both units are on 1yr leases that started in September 2026 and would sign new leases if asked.Rent - $2,550  (believe to be below market)Taxes - $455  Water - $65Happy to share a complete proforma but I'm far from a professional. 

Thank you for sharing your experience.