SFHs in my area are many times even more expensive than duplexes, but never significantly cheaper.

We have our own custom CRM for real estate that can meet all of your requirements and is cheaper than most solutions on the market.

Much cheaper than the 20% PM Fee.

A water heater is cheaper to replace than a flooded floor.

The purchase prices are cheaper, the supply/demand ratios are much more favorable, the cash flow is higher and more reliable and you can take advantage of the massive growth Atlanta is expected to see in the coming years and decades. 

Our clients have found them to be much cheaper and easier to work with then the alternatives

Every other state I believe is far cheaper.

This could be a cheaper option depending on the cost of your money (are you using hard money?).

@Stewart J berry tenants may not regularly seal granite, wipe up dark liquids fast enough or use trivets and cutting boards — think raw chicken soaking into your counters — so we’re fine with laminate countertops, hygienic and cheaper to repair/replace if damage occurs.

However, in that scenario is you can compete on price even 5% cheaper you may win.In FL - Clean and comfortable interiors with awesome backyards do much better than awesome interiors with blah exteriors.Obviously to have it all is the best, but dollar for dollar exterior amenities in FL have a higher ROI.