It’s always smart to do your homework and make sure the provider’s model aligns with what you’re looking for.As for fees, management companies typically charge 8-10% of the monthly rent.

Like you said in your post, "Buying and holding is a long term strategy...............focus on the end goal"The second reason for trying to get good deals is that if you can get a 10-20% built in equity off the bat, it has the advantage of:- taking a big part of the risk factor off the table- built in equity that can be utilized as required- better cash flowThere are a lot of people on BPs that say that "money is made on the front end in RE".

Consolidating CC typically is a net positive, when we come across that there are a few ways to leverage equity in your home to do that so you can save monthly and get the balance down faster. 

That’s before factoring in utilities or each personal situation.

- Commonly Allowed Pets: Which types of pets do landlords typically permit in rental properties?

I like to use my computer to upload and organize my receipts typically, but that is because I typically have "scanned" receipts to my google drive from my phone camera. 

They would be better off paying the professional to do it quickly and correctly the few times they will need a garage door opener installed.Even though i open permits slightly regularly, when i open a permit in a new jurisdiction it typically has some unique quirks that i need to learn.  

Damage after deposit, legal charge, skip out, unpaid utilities lists go forever.... and of course eviction process takes at least 60~90 days here while lawyers are asking $600 to just start with the case. 

What I typically see investors do to get rolling is use a Heloc or cashout refi on an existing property to get the startup capital they need.

Lender that can help me utilize HELOC to get me started and then help me grow my portfolio through BRRRR in PNW. 3.