By using our agent and PMC as a resource we delivered a product that stands at the top of the market in the area, thus helping us secure our target rents and attract the best tenants for that area.2) Leveraging the Comps -> Using the comps report our agent sent us as a reference for the appraisal.

Several thousand dollars of training is insignificant relative to the profit it has brought us.

They're doing this because you've trained them to believe it's ok to do so.Or, if they're great tenants otherwise, they might just be paying you as they get paid (bi-monthly). 

For instance, I suspect vacancy might be a little higher based on the train tracks running directly behind the condo.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

I'm already using RentRedi to screen tenants, receive rent, deliver messages, but I wanted to know if anyone had any suggestions on either a software or virtual assistant type platform that helps them automate maintenance requests...

We may file small claims as it’s only $20 to file plus having someone deliver the paperwork to the tenant.

At first, he never responded to the suit though it had been delivered, and I continued moving the process forward, filing for summary judgement.Late in the process, long after his deadlines to respond had passed, he hired a small time tenant attorney to intervene.

If they start asking for money for more mentoring and training to the tune of $5000-$25,000 or more, run.

I’d also advise being cautious with turnkey listings that look overly perfect—they often come with a higher price tag and might not deliver the promised returns.Also, I’d encourage you to really assess property management options.