I would compare it to you or the Seller buying down the rate permanently.

I don't know their fee breakdowns, but I can send you over a few to compare fees.Preston Garcia

If you adhere strictly to the laws, you will be limited in the services you can offer to your relative compared to what they would get if they listed their property with a licensed agent, and they will get less money for their property working with you than if they hired an agent.

Unfortunately due to the business you choose to operate incidents like the one you experienced are more likely to occur compared to a property that's continually occupied by a tenant where the water would more likely be run at a higher frequency which would prevent the pipes from freezing.  

I am not a sympathizer at all - I can tell you that I can count 20+ investors who told me the returns we offer are a joke compared to offerings like this one and others.

There are other players in the game to compare with like Kenny Bedwell at STR Insights or Bill Faeth's coaching.

The article is off because it is comparing two different types of buyers.  

I use a regional bank and it seems like Stessa needs you to use a large national bank to not have consistent issues. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Focus on one strategy, practice analyzing deals, and take consistent small steps like attending events and building relationships.