From a commissions standpoint it depends on the agent.

One of these restrictions is a cap on how much income we can require (max 2 or 2.5 times rent depending on the rental rate).

I think it would give it a little bump in value but it all depends on the buyer.

Because we are dependant, for the most part, on word of mouth recommendations it is vital that our recommendations are valid. 

I'm able to review the reports provided and help my clients make the best choices depending on what they're doing.

It will depend on where you are doing your deals and what the liability is that follows you after a sale.

An article from The Mortgage Reports explains:“The amount you need to put down will depend on a variety of factors, including the loan type and your financial goals.

@Bobby Short Depending on the equity you have on your primary residence you might be able to find a lender to finance the property in CR with your primary residence as collateral.

You'll be on call 24/7.This is a controversial statement but the average property manager who has proven systems in place can most likely manage around 80-100 properties on their own, maybe more or less depending on how many hours they want to work.

It will all depend on what your goals are.Ask them questions that will help you determine whether they have the value/knowledge that you'll need to get closer to your goals.