Cupcake shops sprung up everywhere, the Food Network started their show, Cupcake Wars in 2009 (still on) and then.... a few years later industry consolidation after the run-up.

@Josh Banwart not a one-stop-shop but you could check out the facebook group Expat Home Owners Germany.

A little more work, doable, and safer in the long run.

Quote from @Derek Morrison: Definitely shop around.

My main goal is to get this house rented so I can start shopping for my first duplex...

They prefer a consistent return based on a 20-30 year triple net lease with income jumps every 5 years.Yes, for investors who want RE speculation with little to no current tax sheltered cash flow your model would be preferred.On the other hand , a safer passive investment approach emphasizing cash flow and cost segregation tax saving benefits that don t fluctuate, makes investors happy by getting a 100% ROI after 3 years.

Its a nice shopping center in demographics that will continue to use the space.Is $130k too high or what would you offer with the information provided.

Depending on how far these tenants are lagging market rates for their similar size and condition of unit, you can be a touch more aggressive, but likely want to keep your rates $50+ below competition, so even if they are pissed they will start shopping around and realize they will still have to pay more and incur moving costs, if they choose to leave.

DO not waste time shopping for rates.

If this has been or seems like it will be a reoccurring problem with your PM team, I would 100% recommend shopping around for a new team.