The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

For properties in Central Ohio, you can access records through the Franklin County Recorder's Office, which provides a public records search tool to help you look up property details, including any liens.

@Sean Regan We provide a breakdown on scoping based on "required" vs "recommended".

I wonder if your local MLS provider has a list of MLS_only brokers in their system?

This would hopefully maintain strong cashflow from the property will providing some capital to use for the next property acquisition. 

It is hard to beat the appreciation, cashflow, tax benefit and the hedge it provides against inflation. 

A lot of hosts I know use pool fences, safety signs, and provide life jackets to help reduce risk.

Your time is a huge factor in this, Nathan has a great post above that provides in fine detail here. 

Those who teach and provide information are providing a service. 

We have allowed tenants to resolve past due debts or provide letters from previous apartment complexes confirming that damages or unpaid rent were not their responsibility.