Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

They may have an appraiser or broker perform a BPO (what they did for me) and so you need to be very sure the value is there. 

Vacancy is based on the area norm and the past performance of the property, so not a set amount. 

If you are looking in the Branson market, give him a call (417) 973-1987Super exciting - keep us posted on the property performance!

Here is a great example why.I recently saw this asset come across my desk which was a non performing loan where the seller was a year behind (they made one payment I believe - even though they were allegedly properly underwritten).

The only potential problem is a very old and changing interpretation of the validity of doing this when performing a 1031 exchange. 

It's a large financial investment; hence I'm performing my due diligence....something every savvy investor would do before making a deal.  

You are paying for an agent's performance, reputation, and ultimately to get you the highest price without wasting anyones time.

These are good working class rental areas that can perform very well.

In the near future id like to move out and purchase another similar property but I'm trying to maximize my income and property performance before hand to give myself the best chance at qualifying for a fha loan 3.5% down.