Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

Their bank does not offer this service in reoccurring manner.

I recommend aiming for 35-40% down to avoid being burdened by debt service.

I was hesitant about joining the group because I've never had good luck with forums and web groups.  

Trying to find people that can share kitchens, bathrooms and more is like babysitting.If serious, look at companies like Padsplit.BP so far, doesn't have any service for finding motivated sellers.

IREM President Libby Ekre, CPM, shares five essential things to look for:Licenses & Certifications – Ensure the firm has certifications like CPM or ARM, guaranteeing adherence to industry standards.Regional Experience – Local market knowledge is crucial, especially for properties in smaller cities.Property Type Expertise – Match the company’s strengths with your specific property type for better management.Company Culture – Look for a firm that values customer service and team management.

I am concerned that he/she is either filing bogus small expenditures OR performing services himself/herself and making profit.

A few other great advantages to section 8 outside of knowing that rent gets wired directly to your account on the monthly like clockwork or in the case of Neighborhood Legal Services a check lands in your mailbox monthly like clockwork, is that section 8 is Covid proof.

Also if you have leaks in one unit and not the other then the other tenants are paying for that.There are services that put a private meter on each unit so the tenants are billed on what each consumes  versus averaging out.

Traditional route could have more exposure to the market and could potentially sell for a higher price, however there's a premium service that needs to be paid to the agents.