Need help with managing my first property!

[Lacey Burns]

Hi all,

Just bought a duplex in Dallas, first ever true investment property! So exciting! And scary ;) 

I need to get one side rented...who has thoughts on doing a long term tenant versus a mid term? Would love some insight. 

Also, has anyone used Avil (it was advertised on BP episodes)? Seems like a great company. Would you recommend using that and a property management? I know there's varying opinions on self-managing vs. through a company...we are planning to try it out ourselves initially since it's only 2 units. And what about a good home warranty company anyone would suggest (is that worth doing)?

Newbie investor over here taking action! 

Thank you :)