I think the main thing would be access to the books to make sure of the expenses.

Since yours is only water and heat I would recommend you charge 50% and lower the rent cost rather than factoring it into the rent price.

And the size of the duplex and bed/baths depends on the size of lot, location, and what we best feel would rent best and all the other factors. 

It is possible to be successful in either - it depends on your skillset, your goals, your time and many other factors. 

A few of us work in that area of Maine.

Factors like real estate trends, property taxes, and competition also play a role.

I’ve been using the same VA service and haven't had any major issues so far, so I think it really varies depending on a lot of factors, like the market, your criteria, and how strong your buyer's list is.

When it comes to choosing between a turnkey property and a fixer-upper using the BRRRR strategy, it really depends on various factors, including your market conditions and where you are in your investing journey.

@Nishan Akwalia The most important factor is actually who the tax payer is for the property.

When a husband and wife jointly own a residence, and the husband takes out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) in his name only, the spouse's involvement and liability can vary based on several factors, including state laws and the lender's requirements.1.