@Khaled Helmi, the best advice I can give (although you may not like it- I know I didn't) is to get (or find one for bidding and vetting purposes) a set of plans you're happy with and a list of specs and bid it out to different builders/subcontractors.  

On the last one, there may be recourse if there was clear misrepresentation in writing, but that's a matter for attorneys.In reality, your only recourse may be a slam on turnkey-reviews.com and a learning experience.Definitely replace management with a trusted local.Good luck.

I figure doing both will give me options in 15 & 17 years when the kids head to college, depending on the state of the real estate market, stock market, interest rates. tax rates and a host of other considerations. 

You can learn a lot that way, and a path will open up for you to find your niche in your real estate market.

I have two jobs and a real estate license and I'm a single Mom.

Here are the details: - 4 bedroom, 2 bath about 1700 sqft, built in 1883- Neighborhood: C I think, close-in 45503 if your familiar with the area- Duplex upper unit and a lower unit, each 2br 1ba - Current rent 300 upper and 400 lower (which is up from 200 and 250 in 2014), neighboring duplex gets 600 for a 3 bedroom but it's nicer- Expenses (prop management, lawn, bills, taxes... ) in 2016 so far $2200 and in 2015 $3200- Profit from 2015 was about $500 (had the upper vacant for most of the year), profit this year should be about $1,600- Appraiser $50,000 Zillow $58,000 Trulia $37,000 Estate $16,000- Bought in the 80's for $15,000Thoughts?

Also, if you buy low and have the property rented with cashflow and a good ROI why worry about selling?

This contract is brought to the new buyers closing company and a back to back closing is conducted.

If the agent calls me (they are usually slow to follow up) I will make a reasonable offer subject to inspection and a study period.Everything is negotiable - CONTROL IS KING - learn how to control real estate - it is a short cut to cash flow -  it is the best way I know of assigning properties.Who controls real estate - An agent with a listing agreement (treat them well - they are in control for a period of time)An accepted option agreementA buyer with an accepted contract of sale with contingencieshttp://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/M...Charles

In my current company the interest rate is 6%, and a set tiered fee schedule (does not go to your 401k this goes to your 401k provider).Which is better depends on tax brackets and state tax rules.I guess it really comes down to overall cost and which can help you create wealth more quickly.