So, I've got 7 rentals at the moment, all leased out, going well, profiting about $2,500 a month net.  

Talk for only a few minutes, be seen doing it, but don't linger long enough to draw the tenants out. Go

(Accordingly, a Buyer should never ask for a lower price on that basis - but only to save some of THEIR outgoings)!

Quick thinking problem solver & skilled negotiator Hollywood resident who is available 24/7 for his clientsMichael's outgoing personality and tireless commitment to excellence allows him to form strong connections with his clients and to quickly identify their need and goals.

Are you outgoing?

Option 1 has $625 in manditory outgo and say $950 in income.Option 2 increases manditory outgo to $860 (or 35ish%) and an increase in income to $1500 (or 50ish%)Based on what we know option 2 increases income by a greater % than it does outgo. 

You can run 5 deals for free w/out going pro. https://www.biggerpockets.com/buy-and-hold-calcula...I think maybe you are leaving out cleaning/turnover fees.

Every run down house you see, make a list of repairs needed and then price them out. Go

They can print, sign, then scan and email back to you.If you can't figure that out, go to a local copy store and they can probably help.

Take a very detailed report of property condition when you leave, as many hobby landlords will try to bill outgoing tenant's security deposit unnecessarily.