We didn't end up going this route on our remodel, but there were 2 designers we talked to who do everything virtually which saves a ton on costs.

This is the simple playbook that tons of Americans have used to build wealth over the last 2 decades:1.

This! 

The main reason for this is to avoid Proprty Management.  

Hey Dan,This is valuable information and good insight for those new to investing.

With this new reality it is imperative that buyers are aware of these expenses prior to submitting offers on homes; they should also be aware of the risk that these costs can appreciate aggressively.https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna163853

I am in the process of settlement on my 1st property in 1 week. i have a 5% down conv loan thru a credit union bank. this a duplex and is a row house. i plan to live in one unit and rent out the other. the seller is also selling the duplex property next to it.

You run the risk of the IRS classifying the property as 'personal use' if you rent the property for a lot less than FMV.

Some of this might be do to seasonality (I don't have anything to compare to because I started marketing on FB about 9 months ago). 

What source do you use for:- screening criminal background- how much they make- any step by step that would be good to get them in.