Some of this might be do to seasonality (I don't have anything to compare to because I started marketing on FB about 9 months ago). 

We recommend you get management contracts from several PMCs and compare the services they cover and, more importantly, what they each DO NOT cover.

The $30 background fee is low compared to some in Maryland.

In comparison to Scottsdale, these areas also offer more affordable entry points, making them ideal for investors seeking a combination of steady growth and manageable upfront costs.Given the projected numbers, Mesa and Gilbert’s combination of vibrant rental markets, better appreciation, and affordability make them stronger candidates for higher long-term returns compared to Pittsburgh.

It's actually a 80s build and the price/door is comparable to other deals that I saw pitched at that time.  

Usually, you're comparing your 401k portfolio returns (which are usually in a default target date fund) vs SPY. 

We don’t know any PMCs to recommend in the area mentioned, but since selecting the wrong PMC is usually more harmful than selecting a bad tenant, you might want to read our series about “How to Screen a PMC Better than a Tenant”:https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91877-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-1-services-and-processesWe recommend you get management contracts from several PMCs and compare the services they cover and, more importantly, what they each DO NOT cover.

They have deals you can look at with better margins and less competition compared to on market. 

This can be useful if you want to keep growing your portfolio without being limited by personal DTI or income requirements.That said, here are a couple of things to keep in mind:DSCR Loan Terms: These loans often have higher interest rates and different terms compared to conventional mortgages, so it's important to assess whether the potential benefits of restructuring the loan through your LLC outweigh the cost of refinancing.Asset Protection Plan: Even if you refinance into a DSCR loan, make sure to have a solid estate plan in place.

Out of many we have seen, I like the neighborhood of this specific one better comparing to the rest.