Paid platforms often offer additional features like market analytics, off-market property leads, and filters for investor-specific criteria, giving them a leg up over free options.Exactly, most platforms have to offset cost somewhere because of how expensive it is to keep the data up to date.

However, if using our property as a STR via Airbnb or another platform, would we be required to go the option of a Mexican Corporation instead in order to get an RFC? 

There are other platforms you could do to boost but at least those 2. 

Crowdfunding platforms tailored to hospitality investments might be another avenue to explore.

Airdna is a good resource and tool, but I wouldn't rely solely on that platform for data.

You want a platform that has built in TCPA protections as well as a multiple communication channels besides voice such as SMS and email.

The other platforms can sometimes help, but they’re not as reliable.

Having the tenant be responsible for something like the first $1000 of each maintenance issue, or $500 can be a big help.

I'm glad you reached out for help.

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