Also make sure you are comfortable with some holding costs if the units don't get rented right away (if vacant).Also look into if there is rent control in the area that the property is located.

If it costs you thousands to refinance it needs to be worth it. 

No management costs as it would be self managed, and estimated property taxes by the average of the past few years.

I live in California, this is a bay area property.were not looking to move out of state and house hacking is less palatable when a duplex costs 1.6 million.

I'm sure OK has its share of dumps but you really have to drive around FL to truly appreciate how much low-cost housing there is.  

Though, that would probably be a similar cost to the above ground pool. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Total cost of land and size?

California landlords can now enjoy streamlined maintenance and cost savings thanks to AB 2622.Signed into law in September 2024, AB 2622 raises the threshold for unlicensed contracting work from $500 to $1,000.

all materials, all labor costs to others, Not you, utilities, interest payments, permits, licenses, auto/truck expenses, tools needed are all deductable.