These charges apply even after paying a monthly fee of $179.

For example: if your rent is set at $2,400 per month.

I have two properties which at 10% fee will be around $35K.

I don't trust them and it so much more reliable to take a few minutes and look at your real competition to set pricing. 

If you throw away 30 linens per year without getting reimbursed, it is $1,000.

On average, you will spend 10% of your income on maintenance per year.

Also there is a management fee to pay for all of the above.

Go where the population is growing 5-10% per year (even though it is a small denominator) over chasing year 1 cash flow in a stagnant/declining market.

For example, a property in San Diego may lose $500 per month ($6,000 per year) but gain $60,000 per year in value, making it worthwhile to "lose" money each month in exchange for long-term gains.I recommend you start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

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