Utilize tools like BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator and connect with local investors.

I would recommend doing your research and finding a company that has great reviews or try and get a recommendations from owners who utilize PM companies in the Colorado Springs area.

Consider utilities, internet, landscaping, and other expenses.

I would ensure utilities are transferred out of your name also.

If not, your case may be difficult to prove.They should take responsibility for the lawn, security, and utility abuse.

In our24 years of experience, managing almost 100 S8 leases currently, the average S8 tenant has a FICO under 580, numerous collections from utility & cell phone companies, doesn't want to pay a security deposit, much less an application fee and claims they don't know how to fill out their S8 paperwork despite being in the program for several years - hint: they want YOU to do it for them.Most, not all, are eligible for government assistance due to a funeral-march of bad choices.REALITY: you are trust trading one set of problems for another.You can succeed with S8, but you need to understand the challenges and plan accordingly.

Rents were higher weekly, than if they paid monthly. 25 units in Knoxville, TN with a mix of cottages, duplexes and a six unit efficiency.We converted it to monthly renters, lowered expenses, billed back utilities  to the residents.

Also if he is just taking PITI into the equation, he is missing/withholding info about utility costs, stocking/supply costs, cleaning costs, etc. 

I utilized an assumable loan (all VA and FHA loans are assumable by law) for my most recent home purchase and am hoping to do this again for my next one! 

I agree that there should be better ways to screen out the dreamers and tire kickers from services that people and firms are paying to utilize here.