On the other hand, when you design strategically for a specific type of guest, they’ll not only pay your desired rate but also return and recommend your property.I go deeper into this on BiggerPockets Episode 933, but I completely understand if not everyone finds this info relevant.

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

Our current mortgage terms include a late fee after 5 days, so they’re already paying extra each month and have to split the total monthly payment up between 2-3 payments when they get their pay check.

I like the fact that one and a half units pays all bills.

Happy to pay for your time.  

From what I've seen in this area right now, it seems like you'd have a hard time paying market LTR rents and making a good spread. 

My point is, you are on the right track with your thinking, so now to the "HOW" to actually get in, if like me, you don't have an in or connection.First step is likely to get licensed, if you aren't already there are some other ways to get in the door and be helpful but licensed means they can pay you cuts of the deal and its less upfront cost and risk to them in helping you out.  

I would happily pay for the service.Is there anything similar out there that might be almost as good or even better?

Many groups buy cash flow negative deals and overraise to pay distributions right away. 

I have excellent credit and good paying job approval will not be a problem.