This is because they may be thinking lower interest rates are being paid by the banks so they are in alignment with what they see advertised.

If you decide to work with a mentor make sure your interests align.

Then when the numbers dicate the goal, then see what state has properties that align with your strategy and goal.

That may be a better place to focus https://www.sanjoseca.gov/business/development-services-permit-center/accessory-dwelling-units-adus/adu-amnesty-programEvery SFH is now effectively a duplex (or a triplex) that would align with your strategy, without the headache of fees on converting an illegal unit.

It became a no-brainier on what we should do after running through a few scenarios and that's not even mentioning having to recapture deprecation on the sale of the property or the fees associated with purchasing a new property.If the stars align for you and you can increase your rate of return by selling your turnkey property and investing in another do it!

I was quoted 2 price tiers that align with what you all have mentioned.

Asking your questions is a good start but you have to interview people and find those who align with your thinking, personality, and are good at what they do.

, etc)Personally, I prefer SFRs to condos because they align themselves better with families of renters, and families with small children are more likely to renew rather than move each year (which decreases turnover expenses)I regularly find long term buy and hold SFRs for myself and my clients in Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Round Rock, etc. 

My initial thought is to just save save save but I think it would also be good to jump in with something even if it doesn't align with my precise buy-and-hold rental goals.

Let them know your strategy, your goals and what your business plan is to ensure that your business plan aligns with theirs and you can both work towards the same goal.