Richmond certainly would have some potential in pulling trades from, but coming from Lexington, you might face an added trip charge on top of the service provided.Over the past few years, rents have increased nationwide.

Even if you end up paying a PM for the service to place a tenant, there's no guarantee that they will last long if these other parameters of due diligence are not met.

You cannot deduct your rehab costs until the property is in service. 

To say I am shocked is an understatement.Finally, when I sought out their tax strategy services, I specifically asked in the informational meeting if I wasn't acting a little prematurely, and if I should wait for my partner and I to be married in 2024 before making this investment, i.e. if tax strategizing would pay for itself in 2023 via significant tax refunds.

I self manage my properties and run a real estate based service business, I'm able to do bookkeeping for both using Baselane.I think you / your CPAs should try out a few softwares to see which one works best for you

I have seen companies like “Sturdy Build” whom I consider to be an A to Z service that is premium.

I've heard nothing but complaints from customers AND their franchise agents reegarding the quality of their 800-number service center. 

I have read I will need to use a third party service to make this happen.  

Keep in mind, everyone needs a place to live in landlords provide a service of providing those places and keeping them in good shape, updating it, etc.  

I’ve helped several clients in similar situations find their first vacation properties here in Florida, and the Panhandle is fantastic for beginners because of its year-round tourism and robust support networks (property managers, cleaning services, etc.).