A zoning ordinance determines how properties can and cannot be used.

In the current market, it's pretty much impossible to have any positive cash flow in the 2-4 unit space with long term rentals, unless you're putting ~40-50% down, not only focused on the cash flow per se, but rather simply not being in the negative.

While I usually think people have the best intentions, as someone working with you for the first time, it is truly hard not to have the thought cross my mind that the pro forma provided by Jennifer Lucero was inflated by Southern Impression Homes simply to make the sale. 

If everyone would simply eradicate that from there vocabulary and replace it with "Realized PERFORMANCE".

Buy and Hold GuyResolve, commitment, and determination are necessary. 

If they are not aligned then simply keep looking till you find one that is.I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companiesWhat are your average days on market for vacant homes?

So some things will be easier and more convenient (one roof to repair) but many tasks will simply be a multiple based on the number of doors.

If the damage is minor, again I think the tenant can simply claim the quality of the appliance was poor and they have the door-seal quality issue to further back up this claim.

I knew nothing about renovations, home ownership, or property management, but I had a vision, determination, and a mentor in my dad.

It's of vital importance that you speak with your GP to determine the root cause of the capital call so that you can make an informed decision on whether or not you should provide it.