Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: Quote from @Albert Hepp: I've seen huge growth in listings not offering a commission, but expecting a commission, and instructing the buyer agent to include the buyer agent commission with the offer.This is the first step towards buyers evaluating what an appropriate amount for their buyer agent to earn, which is a very good thing for buyers. here in Portlandia the listing agents are NOT Allowed to offer a commish..

.: My question is… Do people promote buying rentals due to some sort of  personal benefit/conflict of interest?

I have two phones, one for business and one for personal.

I personally walked and researched every property prior to investing to understand what I was buying, what could be done to add value and what I should expect in cash flow and appreciation.Learning what makes a good investment for you is absolutely necessary. 

Although the journey has been worth it, I've sacrificed quite a bit from a personal lifestyle perspective, relationships, etc.

Was that person me or another person as that sounds like something I have been telling people? 

I personally would recommend it but it isnt the best run 3 day. 

Remember that for most owners, their business is very personal to them.

It should be from someone who uses that person.

Data point: we have a long-term rental in a popular STR neighborhood listed through Zillow right now.Every person who writes asking to do some sort of arbitrage is blocked by the Zillow platform.I don't even have to say "no thank you anymore."