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Originally Posted by Stilljester
Any reason why you wouldn't use AirBnb?
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The management companies control the movement of tenants, provide the keys, check the properties, and have their cleaning people clean your house. Generally, the weekly renter stops at the rental office on check in day to pick up the keys to the property. The standard commission to the rental company is 20% of each rental.
I know that when I used Sue Gravelle of At The Lake Vacation Rentals she would talk to potential tenants on the phone and answer their questions about the property. She visits every property she represents and takes multiple pictures so that she is familiar with it. You don't get any of those services with the internet advertising companies.
Other listing services merely advertise your property but have no presence in the area if there is a problem.