We use a paper application, pre-screen, and scan it to a service if they make the first cut. 

The fact that you declined someone is a risk by iteself, legidimatly or not - if you never formally decline anyone, you eliminate the risk.

I have estimates of the costs for architectural services and a ball park figures for the renovation costs, acquisition costs and a financial projection of the revenues and investor recompense. 

Good luck and thanks for your service to our country and sharing your story! 

That being said, it is worth mentioning that if you provide a value or service, you should be compensated, regardless of the income class.

Most of the time the income generated by the building won’t even cover debt service.

Remember when choosing a property management company or any other contracting service for that matter, CHEAPER is not always (and usually NOT) the best.  

My company (Holton-Wise) for example sell offers a turnkeyesq service where we broker deal & then do everything you mentioned above in house.

Anybody have any thoughts on paying for cable vs. netflix (or other streaming service) in an Airbnb?

Also, if I do invest in these areas, I'd like recommendations for property managers, handyman services, and other professional references.Thanks.