Don't have to be on the deed even to declare it your homestead.It may be splitting hairs, and I may have been unclear in my initial post, but I believe homestead laws are designed in part to protect non-title holding spouses, so if the new wife moves into her husband's house he cannot sell or mortgage without the wife's consent nor can it be forced to be sold to pay involuntary creditors (as opposed to voluntary creditors such as mtg/DOT lenders). 

It's a change but as you mentioned you don't want to down grade the property to a single family, but maintain the 2-family designation.

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

PR efforts, such as getting featured in local media or participating in industry panels.

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Hi Elizabeth, BiggerPockets has a Featured Property Management Finder, which can be a good way for you to find some local experts to initiate conversations with.

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I have experience with house hacking and am an interior designer by trade, I am very ready to start flipping homes in my area of Asheville, NC. 

What features have you found boost your rental appeal, especially in off-peak months?