I often price very competitively at par with conventional, if not beating conventional by 0.125% or so (again, comes and goes).Overall, not so much concerned with the products offered. 

If not, factor minimum 15% for management.Also, consider that you will pay taxes on all the income (after expenses).As others mentioned, research the competition in your area to learn the demand/restrictions.Depending on these answers, you may be better off doing this closer to home. 

No - it's all about leveraging your competitive advantage to get outsized returns. 

You've got to check your competition in your local market.

Look at your local competition on Vrbo and Airbnb and change search criteria for different size houses. 

Curious to see how you think it stacks up against the competition.

Hey Doug, I am a realtor in ATL and invest myself and currently have 10+ units in Atlanta.When it comes to investing in real estate, cash on cash return is an important metric to consider.Multifamily properties, including duplexes, can be competitive in the Atlanta area.

What are your thoughts on buying with cash to be competitive with the offer in a multiple offer scenario and then finance the property immediately after closing to get the cash back?

Look at the properties themselves to see what the competition looks like in terms of quality and amenities to make sure you can be competitive and look at their calendars to see how much demand there is.

Additionally, upgrading the finishes can increase the value of the property and make it more competitive in the market.