if you are going to do things like include utilities, or have an off street parking spot, other amenities etc, there's no reason in my mind you couldn't "charge a premium" for a premium unit/service. 

Non-compliance can result in penalties up to $500 per day and potential criminal charges.

Just say you can't qualify and I don't want to charge you app fee.  

Look at the PM contract and verify the 8% is all inclusive and that there are not additional charges for placing a tenant, resigning a tenant, inspections, and dealing with vendors/contractors.  

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

Then I have a credit card to charge supplies and any utilities which allow credit card payments.

Charge the tenants a higher rent rate and include utilities with their rent.

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

They do a good job of regularly releasing episodes and they frequently talk about starting out with their initial capital pool and growing their business. 

As an agent that works with OOS investors frequently I prefer they come into town at least during the inspection period.