It will help you gain more confidence and network and allow you to source deals for yourself and others.

On top of using softwares like AirDNA, it would be a good idea to look into actual listings in the area and check their occupancy ratesWhat’s a reliable source you have used to check occupancy rates? 

It is pretty straight forward - I would provide the sourcing, the loan vehicle (it would be my primary mortgage loan), and the property management while my sibling would bring the downpayment.

Just cause your sourcing deal vol there doesn't mean it's "great". 

I have no connection to RentEngine.https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/where-do-tenants-come-from-re...Zillow is unquestionably the 800lb gorilla in the rental listing space.From the above article:Listing sourcesShowings sources

(If you are going to do this right I would say $5K a month and look into incoming lead sources like facebook and google pay per click.)Good Investing...

Source custom-cut 1.5" minimum diameter rods that are continuous length (not the expandable ones as there is usually a gap in the metal that fabric can get caught on).

@Michael SheaRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder, etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

I can likely convert one of the four 1 bedrooms to a 3 which will stay on the main heat source for the interim.  

@Jake LangleyRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder, etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.