Based on my personal experience, owners seems to evaluate two primary cost criteria when comparing PM's, the monthly fee and the placement / leasing fee.  

Particularly for luxury or higher revenue rentals (let's say above $75-100k in gross annual revenue) a 25-30% management fee equals a full time  employee wage/salary.

2.Fix & Flip: What are the key factors to consider when evaluating a potential fix & flip property?

.- Evaluate the best tech platforms to subscribe to. i.e. skiptracing, RE data sites, CRMs, etc.- Create Standard Operating Procedures (w/video) for every repetitive task on the admin, sales, and marketing sides of the business.

To continue your journey, stay curious, network with other investors, analyze the Houston real estate market, manage your finances, evaluate property performance, and manage risks.

@J DubsIf you are not currently a remote employee, lenders are going to be looking for an offer letter in Florida, that details your start date, employment terms, etc.

You could be dealing with them now or you could be dealing with low level employee. 

Perhaps you can evaluate my plan below and poke holes in it.My thoughts are that it either takes a long time or real estate is just part of the story.

Using your VA loan to HH a 4 Plex is a great plan, I'd just make sure you evaluate the deal first to make sure the numbers add up.

During the Due Diligence Period, the Buyer shall have the right to conduct, at its sole cost and expense, any and all inspections, examinations, appraisals, surveys, environmental assessments, and other evaluations deemed necessary or appropriate by the Buyer.Financing ContingencyThe Buyer's obligations under the PSA shall be contingent upon obtaining financing in an amount and on terms satisfactory to the Buyer, in the Buyer's sole discretion.