I'm also not interested in doing sales - unless it saves me a lot of $$$. 

Here's a quick overview of the EPA’s certification requirement and why it matters. 

I initially planned on doing month to month lease for incoming tenants just in case I need to let them go if they end up not being the right fit.

It shows future guests that you’re being attentive and doing what’s needed to remediate the situation.

(Hopefully not) Was it top quality?

I'll do you one better.

Deciding whether to hire a property manager depends on several factors, including:Your Availability: Do you have the time to manage tenants, maintenance, and legal issues on top of your existing responsibilities?

Don't ever do something you know is wrong simply because you may not get caught.

I agree, with Joe, it does come down to you and how comfortable you are with house hacking and if it makes sense for you financially and for your family.

Do you have a perspective of the strategy you are going to follow?