However, the stacking method of buying one at a time and scaling is probably much more risk adverse method. 

I started out with a great cleaning company that did great work but the owner and I were not a good fit, they cleaned well but she didn't like my over communication. 5.) 

This is the simplest method, but it also means your tenants are more likely to abuse the utilities by leaving windows open with the heat or A/C running, leaving lights on, ignoring the toilet that constantly flushes on its own, etc.3.

For Airbnb guests, the process differs from the traditional eviction method used for long-term tenants.

What am I missing (besides in some instances you have a lower interest rate but do not get clean title to a property)?

Long story short, ended up buying the property after getting to know the owners who were cleaning up when I went over to ask them permission to cut down the leaning branches toward their roof.

I am open to investing elsewhere but would have to explore other acquisition methods.

Things like touch-up paint, minor trim fixes, and final deep cleaning can often be done while showing the property.

It offers a modern look, makes spaces feel bigger, and is easy to clean.

REI is filled with lots of shiny objects and you will success stories from all these different investing methods and it can be hard to stick to a path.