To me, this is more about false expectations than it is any Airbnb failing.I still scratch my head when I hear people talk about Airbnb failing them simply because they didn't instantly start clearing $1,000/mo.  

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Someone will point out that the 2-4 unit have a better track record of appreciation these past few years, but as mentioned I suspect that's largely being driven by the residential DSCR loans, the same way that being able to get a $200k student loan for an associates degree in basket weaving will drive up the cost of basket weaving education to $200k (and if the loans for the $200k basket weaving degrees went away, the price of a basket weaving degree would instantly drop, true or false?).

All I care about anymore is location, the price of the property compared to surrounding properties, comps so that I know I'm getting instant equity, being able to force appreciation quickly through value add, and "pride of ownership"/ actually wanting to own the property (which also translates to renters actually wanting to live in the property).

Let's say his hand slips and someone's ear gets cut (ask me how I know this happens)Let's say the injured parry realizes this is an illegal business.Let's say they get an attorney.Attorney will instantly realize that YOU have the deepest pockets.How does that sound to you?

A contractor or property manager may get work / a pay day when you buy. 

To explain the situation a bit better the 3rd party company is called Obligo, according to them once they receive the repair estimate from the management company they instantly pay them.

Maybe, the "Smart Money" was smart because they got their payday when they sold to the individual investors?  

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There are multiple options available for screening packages; tenant involvement/no tenant involvement, instant reports, hand-compiled reports, and even income verification.You can find further information by going to Tenant Screening under the Tools tab.Best of luck to everyone!