I find self mgmt, using some automation and top PMS software best of both worlds. 

For FHA loans, at least one borrower must occupy the property and sign the security instrument and the note in order for the property to be considered owner-occupied.

I'm seriously the only person in the whole city of Nashville that can't play a musical instrument. 

While there are more automated ways to do this, I personally love the manual way as it really will make you are a market expert in your area, and will lead to you having a competitive advantage on future purchases you make in the area. 

I'd need to look at all of the various instruments in the chain to have a properly informed opinion but from what I've read in your posts a few things come to mind.I understand you purchased the property and received an Owner's Title policy. 

It is all about automation!

This system almost nearly automates the process.   

I personally use a hybrid model by using Evolve (10% fee for handling all booking, payments and calendars) and then I remote manage via automations, my housekeeping crew, my HOA and being friendly with neighbors.

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Dave Foster from 1031 ERG on here was instrumental, as was my lawyer Jeff Tinkham in downtown Norfolk.