The solution from Hostaway was to wait for the next onboarding call and they would add some extra time, which was not helpful for about a week. 

In PA this does not go to an overage fund or surplus proceeds fund.. instead.. in an upset sale any amount bid over the minimum starting bid in the Upset Sale will be applied to liens against the property in order of position… since the min bid includes all municipal, back taxes and county liens.. then would it be correct to stated that this extra 10k would go toward the remaining Morgage amount (if applicable) IRS liens, cigarette and sales tax liens etc..? 

I personally never hear stories of the turn key provider spending extra sound proofing between units or investing in better quality fixtures or other high touch building materials so that the end buyer can enjoy reduced maintenance costs and better tenant engagement.

I had difficulty getting permit open because of HERS.  

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

I just wanted to get some extra details to make sure I'm relaying the information correctly.

How difficult is it to transfer properties under my name to an LLC at a future date?

You'd just need to be extra diligent about your research and have a solid team on the ground there.

Once you have the difference, assuming that both options fully pay the mortgage, consider wether or not all the little tasks you do daily while self managing are worth the extra income.

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!