With average rents in Charlotte hovering around $1,800 to $2,000, that means an average agent fee of just $190—if the management company even pays the showing fee.I understand that this may vary by market, but in mine, I don’t see agents being incentivized to work with renters.

Not only couldn’t the investors hire management for the promised 8% of gross, they couldn’t get management to work for 25% of gross!.  

@Anthony Zotto - By the way you ask the question I assume you're going to self manage the property instead of using a property manager.

Too many people choose cities, ignoring natural disaster risk.

Pete area and would love to hear from those who know the market well.A bit about me — I’ve been in short-term rentals since 2013, starting with hotel management and rental arbitrage in Russia, then expanding to Germany in 2017.

That said, here is how I would proceed...For some background, I used to run an STR management company in SATX and we peaked at about 35 properties under management. 

Single-family management companies are seeing interest from buyers.

Many people have had a great experience with home warranties, myself included.

I try to manage mine at $100/month/door. 

agreed. what I see is a major issue with used homes is plumbing and people NOT doing sewer scopes on their home inspections..