Here's the link to the IRS topic that John was referring to.

By using our agent and PMC as a resource we delivered a product that stands at the top of the market in the area, thus helping us secure our target rents and attract the best tenants for that area.2) Leveraging the Comps -> Using the comps report our agent sent us as a reference for the appraisal.

He might go behind your back. and never do business with a stranger without references.

For AZ Landlord-Tenant issues, I refer to Zona Law Group (480) 949-1400. 

I know I wouldn't have bought it if it was my choice, but it's been passed on to my parents and so I'm just going with the flow here and looking to help them defray the annual costs as much as possible.

Hi, yes Ohio is a good choice if you have any questions feel free to reach out.

It seems like there are a lot of choices out there so I am looking for anything that can help me navigate making a decision. 

So, average cash flow is a product of the choices you make and the capital you have to deploy, as well as your lendability.I think what @Alecia Loveless wrote should be very helpful to you in terms of judging the money coming in, but it all depends on your location and investments.

If you're using a hard money lender that is making you do 20% down in whatever cost and interest - you're probably using the wrong one that was referred by a rookie. 

And there is a place on their profile for references.