My current property manager wants to charge one month's rent (plus 10% of all rents) to manage a property newly vacated.

These companies typically handle the construction and sometimes even the property management, which can be a great way to enter new markets without needing to be hands-on.In terms of returns, BTR properties generally offer stable cash flow, especially in areas with strong rental demand.

Loan servicing companies charge for managing the loan, collecting payments, and handling escrow.

In my case, I have relatives who are builders (in a different state) but have good connections with subs, etc. and I am spending the time to personally review all proposals (obtaining some on my own as a check), etc. so that I am confident that the cost incurred is appropriate. 

While my work is remote and I can move, my husband works in person.

This is my first post and I call it first step to success!!  

@Nicolas Paez "Bring me a homerun and I will share it with you" that is a great way to put it!

After securing the deal, the buyer made my wife and I go through three-feet deep of snow to "winterize" the house so there wouldn't be any plumbing issues.It was a 2 hour drive there, and a 2 hour drive back.So much time and effort put into it for only $4k...

Property is still on the market and I am sure if I can find the funds they would consider me again.The property is going to be a challenge but since I don't have experience in investing I don't know if a hard money loan would work.Any ideas in funding? 

Current value of my primary is $1,200,000 and I owe $380,000 on the loan.