I would be willing to risk a higher price point to acquire the "ideal" tenant, however.I understand that putting in the time and collaboration with like-minded investors is key. 

Zillow will also offer climate history of a property alongside custom tailored insurance policies and carriers. 

The Midwest can be great for affordability and cash flow, and Detroit stands out for Section 8 because of the demand for rental units.Mentors & Resources: Finding a mentor who has direct experience with Section 8 investing is ideal.

Ideally, each property you own should be placed into a separate entity.  

Ideally we hold forever (cash flow positive) or we 1031 to another property.Thanks in advance.

If the tool has merit, then build it for yourself, and it will pay for itself on that basis alone.If it will not pay for itself (& time counts as a cost) when the only customer is yourself, it's probably been done a thousand times, and/or isn't as useful as you think. 

I know that I can go in, in either platform, and refund for days as needed without involving the "customer service" people.

Generally prices are too high to hit ideal numbers on most beaches, however there is usually a good vacation rental or 2 on each beach. 

Our title companies customer service departments are second to none all of this was free for me..

Your tenants are customers, properties are your product and reputation is your brand.