You may also have squatters sneak into your house from those platforms that don't screen guests well.

Because you are literally guessing at market rent and the PM will…1) keep your application and denial process legal2) advertise, screen and place the new tenant faster and better3) probably save you more money than they cost you. 

Ugh my blood pressure rises just thinking about my wasted time. 

What tenant screening tools do you use?

So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?

I plan to save the rental income for reserves, screen tenants properly, buy in C+ to B class properties. 

And if you think that you could just give them more points on screening so they are more likely to get your place then other professions, without a discount. 

But, I will be finding/negotiating the deal, listing the property for rent, screening tenants, and handling all maintenance myself.

I prefer to charge an increase to the monthly rent.Do some research on BiggerPockets or Google to learn about screening pets, how much to charge, setting rules, enforcing rules, etc.

They will handle all aspects of renting out your second home.Long-Term Rentals (LTR): The management firm can find long-term tenants for your property, screen potential renters, handle lease agreements, and manage any issues that arise during the tenancy.Seasonal or Short-Term Rentals: If you prefer to rent out your property on a seasonal or short-term basis, the management firm can handle marketing, bookings, check-ins, check-outs, and cleaning between guests.