I received a lot of pushback from my tenants not wanting to trust some random App Platform they had never heard of when I attempted to convert to software.

My struggle is the prospect of potentially giving up control, having the choices of team memebrs made by this company for example.Obviously, at the point where I see the potential members of the team to not be suitable anymore, I can definitely look for others, but i'm still finding it to be uncomfortable.What do you guys think of potentially partnering with this type of company, and what would you do if you were in my shoes?

Something I HIGHLY recommend is having a suitable work from home set up.

By the way, if she stays local like you've recommended, her equity isn't enough to buy a suitable property for an STR, maybe (maybe) only a poorly maintained rental house in the absolute pits of south LA that is absolutely unsuited to Airbnb which guests will promptly one-star into oblivion.I've just noticed I'm the only one in this thread to actually offer a concrete plan.

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Work with a knowledgeable agent to identify suitable properties and navigate the buying process.

It's one thing to promote our own deals, properly to suitable accredited investors.

By end July, you will see this topic extremely well represented on our platform and with major investment.  

Here is what I proposed:Setup fees : Administration Setup:One Time Fee: $400Guidebook: Using professional photos give the guests a professional tour of the house and how the home works (Wifi passwords // How to use grill // How to use propane fireplace // Hot tub instructions // Sauna instructions //Check in and check out instructions //where extras may be storedOTA (Online Travel Agency) setups: taking professional photos and actively updating your listing on popular platforms;PMS (Property Management System) Setup Smart Pricing Set upWebsite integrationOther (furniture arrangement / design / décor shopping and set up) $50 per hour· Placement fees · Marketing Cost: Variable depending on needs/wants for marketingFacebook AdsGoogle Ads Cleaners: Set up procedures/take pics of expectations· Management fee—30%Guest communicationCleaner communicationSetting Rental rateDealing with small maintenance issuesBooking CoordinationSmart Lock integrationKeeping supplies stocked (TP, paper towel, all cleaning products, coffee, filters, creamer, sugars, teas,)(Receipts would be submitted on a monthly basis for either reimbursement or book keeping purposes)Encouraging guests to leave good reviews by periodically checking in, providing a review template, and ensuring guests receive the amenities they are looking forContinued marketingMajor Maintenance fees—OwnerCleaning and laundry services fees: Cleaning fee to the guest depending on how cleaner wants to charge

It will take a while for this opportunity to fully unfold, as it's a bit clunky at the moment, but things could look a lot different in the platform space a year from now.If you own any Airbnb stock, this might be a good time to sell it.