While the vetting of residents is greater with FF over an Airbnb or similar platform, I think Airbnb overcharges for the increased convenience. 

I will still accept other forms of payment but the convenience of the online platform and the fee for pickup dissuades them from anything else most times.

Most gurus have their clients journey end the moment they send them the money, they join a facebook group - have overseas VA;s moderate it and provide some old videos that get repurposed.Those who are new and thinking they are creative typically get crushed as they are gambling not investing.

@LaTonya Clark “One  can’t tell but I do know part of me is willing to take a chance”…You make it sound as if real estate investing is no different than gambling….

Quote from @Henry Clark: Quote from @Jake Andronico: Quote from @Arn Cenedella: @Jake AndronicoI’ve looked into them but have never executed one.Let me say they will be expensive and complicated.I think what you will find if one is trying to defer $50,000 to $100,000 in gain, it’s not going to be worth the time and trouble.On the other hand, if client is trying to defer gain of $500,000 to $1,000,000, it’s worth the time and trouble.I use First American Exchange for my own account a dozen times and they have been right on the money.Google them and reach out.ArnIt's definitely more expensive than a traditional 1031 exchange, but being able to secure properties upfront can be super convenient.   

Tenants will love the convenience, and your property's value will skyrocket.

@Kevin Collins I definitely think that turnkey companies have their place for certain investors however with that said you have to understand that you are paying for ‘convenience’... in short there is no free lunch.

It was built in the 2010s and located in an established neighborhood with convenient access to schools, amenities, and major transportation routes.

Comfort, convenience and nature. 

I've considered a property management company, but the cost just doesn't seem worth it although it would be convenient.