I am going to review all these recommendations with my property manager, real estate agent, and preferred lenders and lean on their expertise to make the best decision.Thanks again for all of the different perspectives - really helped me to think through the ramifications of my decisions!

I normally go for the full 360 checks so I can review employment history, income verification, criminal records, etc.

We are trying to wrap our heads around this report. My hard money lender is giving us a 12% and 2 points loan. We expect to hold the money for max 8 months. Where is the total interest paid reflected in this report? T...

They are permitted to publicly advertise in a cost-effective manner.Business are permitted to use social media and other advertising techniques reaching a much broader group of investors.Businesses have the freedom in making disclosures to investors which can enhance an investors interest in investing, likely to solidify more deals for the business owner.Financial statements produced by the business for investors do not need to be reviewed or audited by an independent accountant.

@Kallie Krammes, lots of good nuggets above.You may also ask to review their rental applications. 

Once the questions get tougher to find answers to, it may be time to start learning through action.My real estate agent aquaintance has been sending me listing to review, so this is a good place to start.

I understand you wanting to keep people from messing with the temp, but I think you are setting yourself up for some 3 star reviews.

Then they will review what is in the lease for default provisions and bankruptcy clauses.There is no clear cut answer it often comes down to a gut call between landlord and tenant as to how they work out a possible exit.

I think Airbnb's biggest assets were hosts, their motivation to build long term positive reviews, 5 stars, etc... and reputation, that he destroyed.As for looking to build a 3rd platform after airbnb/vrbo, No, I don't believe that's the issue despite all the imperfection.

I only look online to check their reviews and see if they have pictures of their work.