But if you have one person who wants high end and new all the time and another who is fine with status quo, it is going to lead to problems.

I understand this may not be enough data to go off of, however I am wondering is it the VA who needs more training or do I need to call the list personally to see if the results vary? 

If you're the kind of person that needs hard math and graphing to understand things, this is completely the book you need on building wealth through duplex living.If your wife is behind you in this idea, and can see it as a move to financial independence, congratulations, you're in the small minority, as I am.

They offer that for cheaper than I can get them done, so I let them assemble and install them on my jobs.I personally do my own design, so no need for design assistance for me personally.As for quality, that goes with price.  

Hello,I have two investment SFH but they are under my personal name.

After that it becomes very personal depending on investors goals, abilities, interests, etc. 

I recently came across Saskatoon Cabinets and was impressed by their kitchen cabinet renovations and they do custom cabinets as well.

Personally no, but it's just something I don't like to deal with. 

Since I'll be living in one of the units, my personal preference is to find something on the newer side, which would likely mean higher rent/unit but I'm worried the higher price point would limit the tenant pool. 

I would stay personally liable for the mortgage.