It helps attract business (other agents actually ask for my rental by name) and attracts quality tenants. 

What's the best price/quality for carpet for a rental in northern Columbus? 

Many things he is buying he has probably been eyeing for years. 2) Buffet buys equities in established high quality companies (vs class B and class C companies) with deep track records and solid management teams.

So, it must really be capable of killing thousands upon thousands then, unless (per your comment) you get quality medical care..

Rather than broker out the management and pay 7.5% on the 500k gross rents, we are able to get a much higher quality management by keeping it in house. 

- What quality of items have turned out best for sheets, blankets, dishware, furniture, etc.?  

@George W.I'm not trying to pick apart your post but dont assume that because a contractor is in a bad financial spot that they are not a quality contractor?

She stated that there is a program where if it you first vacation rental property in the area, I believe county or state, that you could quality with 10% down instead of 20%.

Its A LOT of money and the lead quality is not what it used to be.   

Who is the better contender in finding quality agents.