Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

That's it, but a) print out a page for each property you think is comparable, b) make the list of repairs long and inclusive of everything you've done. c) Put larger items first like kitchen remodel......and don't just say 'kitchen remodel', list things like 'custom backsplash tile/Bosch appliances/recessed can lighting/pot filler/etc. d) Cite the price/value of the work done, and don't be afraid to be generous.

Confirm that the warranty applies to the type of property you own and consider whether the annual cost and service call fees make sense compared to just handling repairs yourself or using your own trusted contractors.

Given that your property has been subdivided into two rental units, it should indeed be compared to other multifamily properties in the area, not single-family homes.

The key is to compare each scenario side by side.

If you do, could I ask how that has been going and has the rents been comparable to the payment standards advertised by the respective housing authority?

. -- lots of factors to consider (including your personal strategy), but here are a few high level metrics to compare the most populous zip codes in HuntsvilleWelcome to drop me a message if you are interested in checking out the full report

What are your thoughts on its potential to deliver financial freedom quickly compared to traditional real estate investments?

For Livermore, the activity is slower compared to the general Bay Area so you would need to be more cautious on picking the right property to flip, and the margin has to be large enough for it to make sense.

With good credit and a relatively low LTV, they may price comparably.