You will have to fix whatever problems there are in the house (not enough silverware, cheap furniture etc), take new pics, rewrite the listing and repair anything that needs it.You will most likely not be able to take over the reviews and if it is poorly performing, you wouldn't want them anyway.

Now and then there's capital projects, for example they want to upgrade all the furniture and you have to pay for that but they do the selection and installation.

I am going to list a few details for both from a real estate agent that I trust and she will be my property manager. she has been in the short term rental market for over 8 years and is recommended by friends. 1) Short term rental income (1478$/month)Furniture investment 6k$90$/nightThe average occupancy rate is 80% but could go as high as 98%.the management fee is 20% of the incomeUtilities and wifi fees are 250$Income = 90 $/night x30 nights x 0.8 (occupancy rate) x 0.8 (management fees) – 250$ (utilities and wifi)Income = 1478$/month2.

Google local furniture stores that can deliver and setup your new furniture. 

You can post the pictures without furnishings to see if you have any interest as a medium term rental on furnishedfinder.comJust indicate that when they rent it from you it will be furnished.You will have to pay their listing fee but it’s better than buying $6K in furniture without any demand.

Assembly and dismantling: You will help with assembly or dismantling of light furniture and fixtures.

Decor and furniture add up.

I know how to drywall, trim, paint, wallpaper, tile, faux paint, refinish floors and furniture.

An interesting concept is that in OBX a) most if not all furniture conveys, and b) any income from guest stays after you buy are yours, regardless of when they were made.

Absolutely NEVER allowed on any furniture.