If you don't understand some facet, ask questions, don't pretend that your feelings will be right because you lack knowledge and fact's on something. 

They have degrees and interests in different segments of what I think are important facets of the real estate game, one will be graduating with a degree in construction management and the other in accounting.

Risk in real estate is not beta like an equity, it's going to mitigated by the quality, location, and leverage in the property among other facets. 

Based on what you share you have experience in multiple facets so there's lots of directions to go!

We have done this for over a year now and this strategy has gone really well.We are very experienced in the STR space and understand that getting bookings is multi-faceted (ie. listing photos, reviews, amenities, PRICING, description, seasonality, etc).

These are quite literally opposing areas in nearly every facet.  

There really are a lot of facets to this business, so please keep digging to find a mentor/partner that is trustworthy to show you the ropes even if you find them deals and partner together!  

I have a feeling your other post you were being facetous

But in the meantime, if you aren't happy with your management company, I would suggest interviewing others until you have a firm understanding of all the facets of managing on your own.Good luck! 

We don't take advantage of unsuspecting buyers, we revitalize communities with our skills and abilities...we think that is really cool.We have 'gone it on our own' in many facets of the real estate business over the years, and I can promise it cost something.