I was watching to see if people would recommend a good crew, or at least some kind of help, or service. 

It's also apparent we need to improve our tenant interview process.

Our office credentials include: Licensed Architect, Construction Supervisor License, Real Estate Salespersons, Certified Passive House Consultant (www.PHIUS.org); Home Improvement Contractor License, etc.I'm looking forward to connecting with like-minded investors/developers in this community.

You also have to have a location within you home or a office period to get their service as the information is sensitive and they must know you are operating a business so make sure you have at least a llc. 

We keep a smaller footprint so we can give better service!  

My plan is to live in one unit, and rent out the other while making improvements to both units. 

You then subtract what the estimated debt service would be - say $800.

Also I would suspect Within sfh that if an area close by is popular or up and coming you should see some uptick in demand for your sfh and you shouldn't see the fire sale mentality that you get every so often when one you have a unit in a condo type setting for example that you're trying to get rid of.I think it's a great idea for you that continue to take your time improve your skills and knowledge of Real Estate and then proceed forward once you have a greater level of comfort so kudos to you.

I have seen that online with news services recently.

The weather can play havoc on your property in cold winter areas.You need to make sure the property has been winterized by having the heating,water heater,pipes,rain gutters,and the like are serviced for winter and fully inspected.Make sure you have a snow removal plan in place like the tenant has to do it or you pay someone to do it on a regular basis.