I have one bank so far but looking for others to compare. 

Compared to other investing tools such as stocks or saving, cd-s, etc. real estate is more stable and/or profitable.

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Also getting 1.2% of monthly rent compared to the PP, is it really unrealistic to be able to cash flow?

Most of the comparable properties I have seen are lacking a 2nd full bath, or a garage.

I would compare the price of homes to what they would rent for after you PCS and make your decision based on what the numbers tell you.

I normally think long term is lower risk (occupancy, crazy renters, etc) but less margin when compared to short term. 

Other feedback was lack of storage and a garage which is par for most of our comparables since most of the nearby homes lack garages.Month Five (closer to three weeks):This month has been marketing the home at the $750 rate. 

I'd compare the cost of keeping the house versus what rents are in your area.

The cost is probably small compared to theft, fire, tornado, etc.