While it’s not uncommon for full-service managers, you might find lower rates (~10-15%) or alternative solutions like co-hosting services, especially if you handle bookings, rate adjustments, or guest communication yourself.

As you progress, maintaining a clear line of communication with your team, especially your property manager, will allow you to stay ahead of maintenance issues and tenant needs, keeping your operations smooth and your tenants happy.If you haven't done so already, consider outlining your goals and investment criteria with a property manager early on.

The PM handles almost everything except the decision-making.Would it be rude or inappropriate if I communicated directly with the PM without involving my realtor?

I will say that communication with OpenDoor is much better than that of other institutional sellers I've worked with.

But for Me, I use it... ive communicated with the app builders and they respond real quick if you have suggestions or comments.. it Cost$$ is the downfall I have..

From what I've heard, one of my clients hesitated at first because of the upfront cost, but within two months, she had locked in a family for six months and the rent more than made up for it.Proactive Communication: Sometimes, the squeaky wheel gets the grease.

It was an office building owned by a somewhat shaky business, but did have numerous long term roof leases for wireless providers.  

The worst lenders I have dealt with are the ones with underwriters in one time zone and origination department in another, branch manager in another that don’t communicate well with each other and end up over-promising while not being able to deliver.

Were they communicative up front?  

A couple years ago, someone took the pics off my Zillow rental listing and made a fraudulent Facebook listing and was communicating with prospective tenants.