Also, how do the service workers afford to live in these places where there isn't affordable housing? 

Here in IL, received commissions MUST be paid from a sponsoring broker to a broker/agent under their supervision, they can't be paid directly from a client to the broker/agent. 

In this instance, just go address it And in the future, don't let this happen.For your vacation rentals, make sure there's a system in place where when any service is done there's photo proof, a timestamp, property manager digitally acknowledges, and a physical receipt there.

Investor-agents like this that go above and beyond are honestly not easy to find, and usually agents like this already have a lot of clients that they've worked with. 

My opinion is to not engage a GC, but rather work directly with any service providers that are needed for certain tasks.

We just sold a retail/service center we owned utilizing a wrap around mortgage.  

Hell hath no fury like a scorned tenant with nothing to lose :)Generally our clients are finding that SF rentals are actually selling better and more quickly when vacant. 

This might include specific income or net worth targets, the number of properties you want to own, or other milestones.As a financial advisor specializing in real estate investments, I help clients like you navigate these decisions and develop personalized strategies.

I've had clients pick up a half dozen homes without ever putting more than 5% or 10% down or selling any of them.

Automate the home, give outstanding service and communication...offer a better mouse trap and you'll do fine.Best of luck!