Section 8 can be very profitable if you know what you're doing.I strongly recommend getting some training on section 8 policy in your area - like @Deb S. says, contact your local housing authority for workshops & training on how to work with them.

If you aren't familiar with the Orlando area here are a few things to think about.Disney is always a draw both for employees and visitors.Universal's new park is set to open in the summer of 2025, this will not only bring a new flood of tourists to the area but set to bring in 15k-20k new full time jobs.Orlando is currently trying to fix its traffic situation with express lanes being installed between Orlando to Tampa, expanding the International Airport and working on the final leg of the express train system from Orlando to Tampa.

If you use a software designed for long term rentals, you'll have less of those type of features, but you may get features that help with getting a lease signed, maintenance ticket tracking, and the like.

It goes on to say the property manager / agent below is authorized to order repairs and/or service to the building.I live approximately 75 miles and it would take me roughly 1:15-20 to get to the property.Adding to the pain....It also says *** New Applicants must complete Rental Property Training within 6 months of application.

They have their own CRM, smart number, and an entire accountability and training program.

Big ticket items or "outdated grandmas" house from 1958 and mostly cosmetic? 

They just seem to bundle more but also provide more secondary services like training, legal forms, etc.As for the cheaper things like legalzoom, etc.

The mindset training has helped a ton of people make breakthroughs on where they're stuck.  

Train and encourage your tenant to report maintenance, but make it clear they will be charged if they are found responsible.

I can ask if the animal is required due to a disability and what training the animal has had, but what's stopping someone from lying?