It may sound nice to pay a 5% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no add-on fees.

I also would not spend the extra money for crown moulding.  

You might get a few extra bucks in rent, but it's not going to pay for the siding/windows.

My agent is really great and covering all of the official details like inspection and I have a lawyer for leases, etc., but I was wondering if anyone has any "gee I wish I had thought of this earlier" tips for someone about to be a newbie landlord.   

It may sound nice to pay a 5% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no add-on fees.

KW has a competitive CAP/Commission split structure (I can explain in more detail), tons of training every day of the week, we have active investors in our office, good mentors and an energetic office. 

@Bruce Thanks for detailed info, that's exactly what seems to be happening.

Depends on their motivation.If you get a relative to sell you an extra home they no longer want, they might be up for zero down.

It's a great way for me to learn and eventually make some extra cash on the side doing something fun.Is photography your main business?

I would suggest that you listen to a few BP podcasts where people have shared exactly what you have asked on the podcasts in great details.