You can control your employee . 

Secondary loan programs require a permanently installed, thermostatically controlled heating source. 

However, there are pros and cons to this approach:Pros:Streamlined Operations: Property managers can integrate their systems more efficiently, leading to potentially better management and guest experiences.Experience and Optimization: They might have established profiles with good ratings and reviews, which can help attract more bookings.Cons:Loss of Control: If you stop working with the property manager, you could lose access to the listing and the reviews associated with it.Dependency: Your business becomes more reliant on the property manager, which could be problematic if the relationship sours or if their service quality declines.As an experienced STR manager, you're already familiar with many aspects of managing rentals.

PG County just past rent control 3% + CPI capped at 6% or whichever is less.

I have one property that has been rental for 13 years and I am experiencing my first major tenant issue.Tenant has had control of the property for approximately one month after signing a lease with a clear as-is clause.  

This is the most important thing you have control over.2) Use more leverage/debt to buy real estate.

It is a bad idea to make investment decisions where a key part of your return is dependent on decisions that are entirely out of your control.

They have some significant fees and they take control of the asset but it might be worth your time. 

@Erich Henson we've been in business 24 years as a PMC.While what you propose logically makes sense, most property owners are NOT logical about their rentals.Who is going to control pricing?

And I need to do better at striking a convo, instead of letting the other person (the a**holes) control the flow of it!