In addition to making connections here you should try to attend some local in person meetups.

Please let me know who you have worked with and why you like them (How many properties do they manage for you, how long have you worked with them, what you like about them etc.)When the unit is vacant, do they cover the cost for professional photography to rent it out again, or is that an additional fee? 

Leeling You should charge her for one additional month of rent. 

@Salome Ditmars In addition to what has already been shared on this thread, trusting the sponsor will be paramount to you sleeping at night, and I can't stress that enough.

He's a legit guy and we are now on agreement to purchase an additional 66 acres. 

Have also done work in DC and Maryland and would say Virginia has significant benefits over DC and Maryland because it is more business friendly and jurisdictions are willing to work with not against developers on projects I mentioned as well as you mentioned With the federal government and government contractors not going away - area is great for investment.

Extra income by renting and the benefits of appreciation.

Sec 8 here also inspects the home each year, in addition to your PMs inspections (if you have one).

This will give you a clear idea of what the house might be missing, and or need and gives you time to make those changes/additions before your first group.Another tip: I think it is natural for bigger properties to have more vacancies during the week/slow season.

(in terms of pros and cons).You can also use rentals to provide additional borrowing power if your rental currently cashflows from a tax perspective.Hopefully that helps your scenario advance forward in terms of what to ask and think about.