You'll have to operate at peak efficiency to make good money, which means more time, stress, and headache. 

Greystar Real Estate Partners, one of the defendants, released a public statement claiming they operate with “utmost integrity” and will vigorously fight the allegations.

But not sure the solution which is to provide me teaching/training on how to get off market deals is something I can’t learn without a mentor.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

There are so many new operators in the STR field now, and the questions about certain things are mind-boggling.

Use STR-specific insurance to protect both parties and automate operations with platforms like Airbnb, TurnoverBnB, and PriceLabs.Taxable income from the STR must be reported, but you can deduct related expenses like cleaning, utilities, and furnishings.

More than likely the asset will in a location where cap ex & management/operational costs are disproportionately higher and therefore your expense ratio will also have to be adjusted to a higher number.  

TLDR: I do not think Kiavi operates with good business practices.

There is one quality operator who gets ~$50K on a house that would sell for $250K.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.