I just started learning about wholesaling, so I don't know how things actually work.

Seems so much harder to actually execute.

Was it actually an emergency, or did they just say it was an emergency?

There are actually quite a few Americans investing in real estate in Japan, but more I think that invest only in the US.  

I just can't evict, only a Sheriff can physically evict.

., they are making a profit margin on that hourly charge.Another way PMCs usually make a markup on maintenance, is that they send you all invoices on their letterhead, or from a maintenance company they actually own.

Maybe the reason you disagree with the dollars is that you are comparing a cash on cash rate of return with actual dollars.

Looking for any input or advice on how this strategy actually works.

this is the distinct different between being an actual lender like a bank .. and an investor in a fund.. two very separate transactions.. when you lend and receive collateral on the asset you get paid when it pays off or the borrower refinances etc. 

Maybe deal with an actual insurance company then maybe you will change your perspective toward Airbnb haha..