The rent:sqft is generally 1.0-1.3.List price seems on the low end of what I comp the property at.

That is the best explanation!

Now I'll lurk on the site until I have something to contribute. 

@Michael CliffordRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

We are now considering house hacking by buying a neighbor’s house due to our kids' school proximity.Our monthly expenses for our current home are $3,000, and the estimated rental value is $2,300-$2,350.

This creates a risk-free profit center for them, but no one here is a fan of the upfront fees.On the positive side, I believe their website is one of the best I’ve seen for a lender.

I might use it to buy a property that I fix up and refinance out of to pay off the HELOC.

Any tips on cash out refinance?

The location is prime—adjacent to a college that has experienced 37% population growth over the past five years.

The free apps usually provide less functionality than the paid ones.Reviews: Be sure to read online reviews before making a decision.