I would recommend getting several actual written bids and then select the one you like the best.

We carefully select our base price after looking at comparable properties, neighborhood data, data from previous years, and, of course, considering the condition and quality of the home.2.

I plan to work on this project myself and need some assistance in selecting the right type of flooring and approach for the bathroom.

Selecting off investment criteria first could end up moving your family somewhere you don't like...and ignoring investment markers might move you to a dead end area. 

This system we have now is stupid. correct, and since everything is negotiable now, the game would even changing from buyer agent selection.

I would like to share a success story that outlines the importance of networking and the careful selection of location for real estate investing.

It is also important to keep in mind that we have new construction where every system is brand new, and in some select markets there are system warranties that could extend from 5 years to 20 years. 

Be sure to screen the additional occupant tenant as you would a new tenant that you are selecting for the property.By doing an additional occupant agreement you then could collect from both if there was a need to do so.

When Airbnb asked for my reasoning, I didn't discuss vacancy but, next time, I'll select a different reasoning i.e.

I've been interested in New Haven because theres a bit both B and C-D neighborhood. there are some ghetto parts which like I said I'm fine with I grew up in some rough parts of NYC mid 90's I know how to handle my self in these area. and as long as I'm thorough and diligent with my screening/vetting process in tenant selection, I should be able to find decent people to make my tenants. there is huge working class in New Haven and its seeing slow stead growth.