UPDATE: So, a moment ago she follows up with a task rabbit screenshot - the total says $305.88 dated in November - but I cant tell the service performed. 

This includes communicating with guests, coordinating with cleaners and performing any maintenance tasks we have not yet hired out (restocking supplies, minor repairs, etc.).

Landlords can apply for larger increases..

I’m looking to invest in something larger but was curious as to why it seems many of these properties seem to stay for sale for a long time?

When the market is hot, cap rates are low because buyers are willing to pay a premium for an income stream, typically on the belief that the income stream they are buying will be larger tomorrow than it is today.

Test your contractors / handy people out on small jobs first, and ask pointed questions before assigning tasks to determine not only if they are "comfortable" doing the work, but ask: "How many times have you done this specific type of job, and can you show me pics of the end product?"

I would look to purchase the primary with a low DP loan if possible or find another way to finance it and if anything 1031 the rental into a larger, better performing commercial building, or rental property.Just my 2 cents and I am happy to be a sounding board and second opinion for you, as this is a very common question for investors!

I invest in larger MFs, but I've seen prices from $350/unit/year to over $1,200/unit/year. 

I live in an expensive area. Specifically, I'm house hacking a 2bed/1bath condo (living in one bedroom and renting out the other). I don't have enough cash to purchase a house hack without selling my condo. I have abo...

There are more robust PM systems out there but the larger ones can be costly and are overkill for self managers.