In my opinion, maintenance markups do not align incentives of the property management company with the owner client.

Hey Nithin, one of my client's closes today on a next gen home that they plan on renting out the separate unit.

I don't have personal experience with it, but when the app was first developed, I contacted the developer and put the app through a fairly robust test usage to see if it's something I would want to recommend to my clients (I'm a CPA).I think the app is great for its intended purpose and I do recommend it to my clients now (and have for about 18 months now). 

Next, I tend to recommend that clients stay away from inflated HOA fees.

They tell you that they "cherry pick" potential clients, but belive it or not they don't!

Firstly, do you manage your own property or do manage mix of your own plus clients' property?

Use DIY tools for straightforward cases but consider professional help for maximum savings and audit protection.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

As a broker, I "buy" a mortgage at a discount from a direct wholesale lender, then mark it up and "sell" it to my client to make a profit.

Being a remote location might already limit client base.

Focus on saving and researching financing while networking with real estate professionals to prepare for your first investment.Dont forget to add tax savings to your ROI for better decision making.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.