Agents have access to the MLS which has a greater number of listings and more in depth property information.

This is a good podcast that goes over this a bit more in depth - Search "LLCs for Rental Properties & Bulletproof Asset Protection" if the video isn't popping up

Thank you for the in-depth response and sharing this valuable information.

I've only ever researched and looked in depth into STR but would be interested in expanding if the numbers of a MTR/LTR outweighed the benefits of a STR.Thanks in advance, everyone!

Some of them also OWN the maintenance company and profit off that as well.Have an in-depth conversation with the PMC to get to the bottom of this.BTW: we are constantly posting that owners need to ask MORE questions about how a PMC executes their services!

Pricelabs has a reeeeally in depth market dashboard you can sign up for when you are looking at properties to use. 

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The cost is likely dependent on the level of customization and depth needed. 

To comprehend existing circumstances, trends, and possible investment sectors, do in-depth market research.Conventional standards such as the 4% or 1% rule may not always be applicable.