Columbus is one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. so I advise my clients to buy and hold so they get the most out of their appreciating assets. https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/columbus-popu...

Limited maintenance is required, which I ensure with local handymen or contractors. 

Once you see that a company offers such a guarantee, check the Better Business Bureau to see whether consumers complain that the company hasn’t followed through on that promise.Expectations should vary based on the duration of the programs as well.

There are other ways to help locals live without getting rid of all STRs.

Burkhead Insurance Services is his company if you want to DM me I can send you his contact info also, don't think it'll let me post it on the forums. 

So far no luck connecting with anyone and being able to use the capital we have saved to invest locally.  

There is a distinct advantage of having local management (whether you or a company is managing).

Hey Ahsan, I'm a local broker and investor.

We have rented houses before, but always used a management company.

Ask him whether there's another explanation for it - and "company policy" doesn't cut it.If there's no reasonable cause for that fee, tell him you're not paying it.