We have one as a rental and have long term tenants there who are great and we have good communication in both directions.

However generally from working with 2-3 other PMs in the west coast, I am 100% fine paying more of a premium each month for a PM that is transparent and is able to give more time to communication.

Can you imagine actually communicating with your borrower?

STRs also avoid automatic classification as passive if rented for seven days or fewer per tenant.To maximize tax benefits, maintain detailed logs of all hours worked on activities like tenant communication, cleaning, maintenance, and marketing.

Here's an old article I posted a few years back - Key is good communication. 

Direct communication with the builder has been the most effective method in my experience.

I'm sure they're legitimate company, but investors should just watch their 6 and make sure the process follows this order:- Docusign (fully executed)- Wire Money- Follow Up consistentlyIn my situation, the company failed to send a Docusign while also setting a deadline for signing was communicated. 

She’s currently not paying rent, and while she has some health issues and no stable income, she’s been communicative and open to general talks, with a possible option to vacate through a cash-for-keys arrangement, though this might take around six weeks and some hard work.I plan to rehab the property and eventually rent it out, potentially to a Section 8 tenant.

I'm going to take your comments about the communication to heart. 

•Tenants demand prompt, high-quality service and without caring about cost •Vendors seek to earn as much compensation for their work as possible.Balancing these needs requires thoughtful stewardship, strong communication, and a commitment to fairness.