Example of overcharges included* $300 for cleaning windows and cabinets after entire house was professionally cleaned* $80 to replace HVAC filter after entire HVAC system was replaced* $700 for a small list of punch items - 2 door stops, raking backyard, removing satellite dish in backyard and trimming bushesAfter terminating relationship, owner decided to send a termination charge for $450 (contract does stipulate it) - even though the company has not done squat and never placed a tenant and already charged so called 'set up' fee of $300..

Also, would you suggest using professional firms to do the hiring process or should I do on my own to save money?

Network with active investors or seek representation from service professionals where fees aren’t tied to the completion  of transactions.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

I am a (newly licensed) Real Estate Professional.

It’s essential to make your property appealing to traveling professionals, such as nurses or corporate employees.

There's lots of tax planning on this and I would suggest to take a professional opinion on how to structure a transaction in a way that you can make it into capital gain tax or reduce self-employment tax.

My photos are professional.

As a tax professional and fellow investor, it’s good to have a great time around you

This could change my allocation.We are retired, but I still work as a REI professional.