You will find rates all over the place just like with all insurance.

Its a cheap and easy way to get some education and experience that will serve you well.

I would be happy to forward you the contacts of these folks so you can reach out, as well as a referral for a short term rental consultant who may have some insight.

And the other way, if you’ve worked with someone who you absolutely would not use, please share as well so i can avoid them at all cost :). 

My short term goal(s) in the next few years are to have 4-5 properties (long term), as well as a multi family home.

It sounds like you are overly confident in your Excel spreadsheets..... 

This is solid insight as well @Kyle Barnhart. 

What is the scenario looking like ? 

A property manager should always account for both income and expenses—you’re the owner, and you have a right to see exactly where your money is going.It almost sounds like he thinks he’s doing you a favor instead of working on your behalf.

Rentrange uses data from large property management companies just like mine.