Dial in on that and start there if its SF then start immersing yourself in SF, learn everything there is to know about it, how its valued, typical items to watch for etc... and then learn the language of that niche and the nuances.Market, what market do you want to be in, drive the market and look at buildings research crime rates and vacancy talk to PM's in that market.

Saving only a month of vacancy is worth over $1,300 to me which accelerates my ROI.

Hi Travis,If you make a big rent amount jump and they can't afford it they may leave, and you will have to pay to turn the unit and handle the vacancy time.If you raise the units to market rent and the unit interior finishes are not equal to the local market for the rent you are asking, they may leave, and you will have to pay to turn the unit and handle the vacancy time.Good Luck!

When you talk to these companies, make sure you know what to expect for vacancy, maintenance, and any other expenses the property might incur.

My main concern being the vacancy times when I would be forced to cover the monthly mortgage payment.

I think your vacancy, maint, and capex percentage needs to be closer to 30% in total.Are you planning on living in one of the rooms?

I am worried about what could happen and liability issues.We don’t have trouble with vacancies but people do complain about no on-site laundry room.  

Are there any landlords in the DFW area having trouble finding good tenants or have a vacancy? 

Please exclude all variable landlord-paid expenses (i.e. vacancy, cap ex, repairs, management). 

.~5% vacancy rate.Mortgage/taxes/insurance cost $1250/mo.Tenants pay electric, heat, and water.New roof 2016, but the propterty will need maybe $5K of work in the next 5 years.Duplex is in an "A" neighborhood, but appreciation has still been slow.Currently, the loan is being paid off about $5K per year.Please, any advice or analysis would be greatly appreciated!