Working with a business partner highlighted the importance of clear communication and shared goals.

I would encourage you to learn the market you plan to invest in now and to continue to learn about the different methods of investing.

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.

Still use paper method for mileage logs.Tried QuickBooks several years ago but it was more complicated and I did not need the bells and whistles.

And then you can use that information to start to develop your own personal due diligence method: Crowdstreet.com, 1031 Crowdfunding, Akr7, Finresi etc.

Instead of focusing on move-in-ready rentals, consider fixing up a cheaper property (BRRRR method) to add value and boost cash flow.

It may be that they are underwriting the property at a significantly different valuation than what you are using or that they feel that you or the deal is excessively risky.Great advice here, and a good HML will have an account rep or someone to communicate with you through the process so that you know. 

One of my grips is that Pace is  getting groupies all excited and is making a method that could be used Respectfully in the right situation look bad for promoting it heavily among noobs.  

This is the Dave Ramsey method of investing that works better if you have large amounts of capital and are just looking for monthly income. 

They are also very unresponsive, you'll get a lot of upfront communication while you're signing up for things and then they disappear.