With that said good pms can make you more money than you pay them by keeping rents at market rates, quicker turn around times, and forcing tenants to be responsible for more of the damage and maintenance.

Decisions you make now will have compounding effects on your future.

Quote from @Kyle Rader: Help me out We need more information than that to effectively identify your struggles and pain points.

Make them based on what your tenants need (not want) which would also allow for them to customize (furniture use) to their tastes.I wrote a book on this a number of years ago that touches on a lot of these things, but it was focused on my specialty, "Energy Efficient, cost effective homes". 

You'll find plenty of support and insights here for leveraging your benefits effectively.

So, effectively, you pay money to learn how to make the guru more money (also known as the multi-level marketing of the real estate world).

Professional cleaners (Molly Maid Company) says it can't be cleaned.Has anyone had experience with damage that can't be fixed, but maybe doesn't warrant a brand new appliance?

You are not required to pay upfront costs (and shouldn't, in my opinion.)I require written verification from utility companies (water, gas, electric) that utilities have been assigned to Tenant effective the first day of occupancy; no confirmation = no keys and lease approval withdrawn).

Some areas have specific departments or webpages dedicated to housing or zoning regulations that can provide detailed information.Another effective approach is to connect with local real estate agents or property managers who specialize in short-term rentals.

Cost Side Analysis: Understanding operating expenses, capital expenditures, and strategies for effective cost management.2.