Since we are out of state, we have to lean on a lot of information from y'all!

If the house already has them, then the lease will state the washer and dryer is provided as a convenience and the tenant is responsible for all maintenance.

If I were to apply for a CFO role now, more than likely I have to advantage over a CFO that was in a manufacturing company for a real estate company.EAs specializes specifically in taxationCPAs have a broader knowledge for accounting, auditing, financial planning, and taxation.EA must pass a 3-part IRS exam and do not require a college degreeCPA need a degree in accounting, 150 credit hours of education, must a 4-part CPA exam.EAs often charge a lower feesI might lean more toward hiring an EA and ask how they stay updated on tax laws and regulations since I don’t really need full accounting services.

Scott, You may be leaning towards selling them because of property tax increase and major repairs.

I was leaning to advising a duplex or triplex, managed by a PM - they can live in one and not disclose ownership to any tenants.

Second position DSCR does exist but rates are even worse than HELOANs, I'd expect 11-13% right now.Getting a simple cash out refinance sounds like the simplest option, but if you can just get a large first position HELOC only that would be a pretty convenience deal.

If you’re planning to hold the property long-term and want to avoid potential roofing issues down the road, I would lean toward the standing seam steel roof.

Lean on these forums whenever you have questions. 

I know I am going to make mistakes and wrong assumptions, but I hope to lean as much as I can so I don't make them anymore!  

It tracks on the normal real property market curve and doesn't lean overly left.