Heck, a boat load of actual property managers aren't worth their weight in dirt.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.You can start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

My weighted average investment property loan is right around 5% (from 4.75% to 5.25% on 30-year fixed).  

The appraiser will determine how to weight each approach based on local market conditions that vary from location to location. 

I'll regard your opinion with more weight, so those who feel they can talk on the topic please share!

If we eat healthy every day, the weight will come off. 

What are key factors that weight into who you chose, and why are those important?

Having multiple layers of shingles will add to the weight of the roof causing damage and you have no idea what is under them. 

Sometimes a high upfront acquisition fee, can be because the split is weighted heavily in the investor favor.

I personally place more weight on the long term numbers since you might only be living there for a year or two.

The management expense is usually the cash flow killer for investors, but they are worth their weight in gold when you account for the headaches and cleaning that needs to be done.