@Jason ColemanUnless you find a cost segregation provider in Greensboro, travel costs will be involved.

.: @Dan HeuscheleNo, I was just bored, and I set these two off, and in retrospect it would been wiser not to get involved in the hissy fit that this thread has become.Regardless, I got some entertainment out of it.  

The most interesting issues involve communication with subs.

I'd love to connect with locals who are currently involved or planning to get into the short-term rental market.

Additionally, I’m unclear on how their ARV analysis is conducted since most properties can be found on Redfin or Zillow — does it involve an in-person visit, or is it purely data-driven using comps and suggested repairs?

Strategies.1 - The scope of what is involved with deals that involve one "1", and 5 "0", will be dramatically different than a deal with many more "0". 

Get involved.

Well, my investment group had 13 projects going at one time in Pittsburgh and I had about 4 - 6 different GCs involved. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

This hands-on involvement is invaluable for teaching them a How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?