But we are testing this now.We operate 7 str's out of state...

Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

The second violation gets them suspended until they watch a 5-minute video that addresses their violation and proper behavior, and then they pass a five-question test.

These are questions I would ask and as you noted, if it seems to good to be true.....I have not dove into this in detail, this is just what the "sniff test" questions I would ask - could be a great investment for people - I am just telling you what I would ask. question would be who is the lender with a proven track record as you note Chris that would be important to know is the fixed debt investments ( loans secured by RE) bringing in say 8 to 9% and the equity in the MF is making up the difference with rental returns.. so say rental returns are 6% and the Notes are at 7% that equals teh 13%  ??? 

I am currently test driving Rental Hero. 

Our plan was to do the traditional house-hack, but things haven’t gone as planned.During some self-testing followed by professional testing, we discovered lead in several high-traffic areas of the home.

I invested $1,000 to test it out and get $10/month in distributions.  

He caused California Governor Newsom to rescind his No Evictions order:   https://californiaglobe.com/section-2/lawyers-swift-action-forces-gov-newsoms-no-eviction-order-to-be-rescinded/https://www.rpmcentralvalley.com/will-california-eviction-moratorium-be-extended-past-july-29th-ventura-lawyer-doug-michie-says-no/https://www.goldenwestmanagement.com/ventura-lawyer-stops-governor-newsom-eviction-moratorium-from-extending-past-7-28/https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/06/29/coronavirus-landlords-begin-testing-state-eviction-ban/

Test out.

See the stress test above.