At $250K a door, what rent to price ratio do you think would create neutral cash flow? 

So when they take you on as a client as well they almost end up as a neutral third party vs. advocating for you or them.

Others top players in the market are Real-Crowd and LendingHome.Would love to hear feedback from neutral others on what they think are the +'s and -'s of each of the above names (but if you're affiliated with any of the above, please stay away!)

They work wonders on neutralizing tough odors like pets and smoke.  

Its not neutral enough.

If you plan to resale (flip) the home and would like to sell it fast you should consider updating the kitchen and bathrooms if needed, you should stick to neutral colors inside and out (tile, carpet, stucco etc.) ad low maintenance landscaping.

Yes, there will be challenges, but, you should be able to react to them and try to neutralize it or seek professional help in getting the problem resolved.Don't be overcome or paralyzed by fear and as FDR rightly said "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself"Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

It’s effectively “neutral” which matters if you’re trying to do an apples-to-apples analysis of investment options.

My plan is to buy a multifamily, live in one unit, and rent out the rest and hope for a neutral or positive cash flow by end of 2018. 

However, I hate owning anything with HOA just like other Joe's so I'm neutral on whether or not you should sell or keep it.