They generally have large portfolios allowing for in house maintenance and management staff along with a point person who is communicating with the local housing authority on a regular basis and has the ability to streamline operations. 

What makes Baselane stand out is its ability to help you qualify for refinancing or new loans.

It can quite literally make or break your ability to have positive cash flow.Reducing the Need for TurnoverFirst and foremost, the idea that tenants renewing their lease or moving out is something you can’t control is a myth.

A higher down payment also demonstrates the buyer’s commitment.Flexibility: You can adjust the down payment based on the buyer's credit history, employment stability, and ability to pay.2.

We know nothing of your skill set, resources, or abilities.  

If you do the work yourself, you should only charge for materials.As Kevin points out, you have to determine what is "normal" and what is excessive and chargeable.

A Class properties - you usually don't need a property manager, you just need a leasing agent and contacts to call if something needs fixed/as well as the ability to be cashflow negative for 2-5 years.

I currently self manage my properties using Buildium and I love it especially the resident portal and ability to accept ACH rent payments.

To date, we've cleaned up the title issues, maintained the land/property, and worked with the City of Kansas City to determine a new highest and best use based on the revised Midtown Plaza Area Plan.

Construction documentation, such as construction drawings, specifications, contracts, job reports, change orders, payment requests, and vendor and supplier invoices, are used to determine unit costs.