Marketing, screening, collecting rent, unpaid rent, maintenance, capex, insurance, lawn care, vacancies, turnover costs, inspections, and so much more. 

So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?

I did that (posted the notice on the screen door and took pictures), however don't know if it's legally served. 

From what I’ve heard, there are reputable local management companies in regions like San Antonio or Omaha that handle everything from screening tenants to arranging quick repairs.

I also prefer to screen the guests and set my own price/stay restrictions.

Knowledge is power:Thorough Inspections: Minimize surprises with detailed inspections and due diligence.Strong Screening: Careful tenant selection reduces vacancy and headaches.Diversification: Spread your investments across different locations and property types to mitigate risk.Financial Planning: Maintain a buffer and choose financing options that fit your long-term goals.

The reason I say this is because Europe experienced the exact same spike in inflation, except they never increased M2 like we did, it's just flat.

Before I got to the payment screen, they prompted me to buy a secondary course on Virtual Wholesaling at a discount, another $250.

You're looking at real estate as if it trades on a screen.

Such luxury as indoor/outdoor pool, park for skateboard, tennis court, tiki bar with dance floor… of course if you need to think about the ROI and how much maintenance it takesBest ROI items are - big screen TV, hot tub, playground, PS5, BBQ…The issue is cheaper items require more maintenance.