They are well known in the SFR world and work with a lot of companies.

Even the best property management companies (PMC) struggle with:- Finding reliable handyman and contractors (ServiceTechs)- Same with affordable ones- Tracking preventive maintenance- Tracking previous work for potential reoccurrence warranty coverage- Understanding tenant reported problems, so the correct ServiceTech can be dispatched- Determining if tenant is at fault for an issue & should be charged - and will proof stand up in court?

It is normally not a good sign if a company has to change their name.

Look for your states offer to purchase contract online or contact a realtor to get a blank copy. review the agreement to be sure assignment is not expressly excluded. if there is nothing excluding assignment from the contract then writing the words "/And or Assigns" after the name or company's name on the buyer's line should be sufficient.Good luck!

The company is looking at charging %25 which seems like highway robbery.   

Only company I'll be using

To the insurance company they will view an STR differently than a LTR.  

I also own a short-term rental co-hosting company.

Hi Benjamin, call three insurance companies and get a quote, start there first.

It is not legitimate and I do not legally owe this balance, but have been unable to get it removed from my history unless I file suit against the company.