Well, three top reasons come to mind:It will allow you to deduct their earnings on your own tax return.It is required by law for any person to whom you paid at least $600 in 2023, total.

Haven’t used it personally but a good friend of mine who self manages around 20 doors uses it and swears by it. 

They seem to be a reputable company, but nothing beats personal testimonies!

During the slow season, do you personally focus on getting more rentals, focus more on family/personal life, or do you do something else?

Matt that is the NMLS number for the company not for you personally  sounds like your a VA or something not a licensed lender..

I also think most markets won't see anywhere close 6% cap rates (for single family homes which is what I personally invest in).The questions you get to ask are then:Is the extra 4% worth the hassle of management and lack of liquidity.   

What appears to be great "curb appeal" to one person might be overwhelming to another. 

.: I’m looking at a property that checks all the boxes—good numbers and fits my buy box—but I haven’t seen it in person.

I have a salt water hot tub at my personal home.

By themselves, improvements to property you own are considered to by personal property and not real property.