House hack- buy a small multi, live in one unit, rent out the rest.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, but especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

I list my rentals on Zillow, and I have an agent profile on there, but I dont use any of their other services. 

Paint rest of balcony trim what ever shade of white you use around windows and doors. bronze balusters (or more expensive cable) would make it look visually way less busyl2.

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, but especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

It makes me go crazy because I want to offer excellent service, but then having to outsource and worse, wait an extra day or more because the guy I called is booked.Has anyone else gone through similar feels?

My jurisdiction has us sign a declaration stating we understand the risks associated with acting as Owner Builder:https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/development-services/pdf/industry/forms/ds3042.pdf

Services that you 'can't shop for' are a rip off.

You can even get investor loans on 1-4 unit properties that do not factor in your income, only the debt service coverage on the property you are acquiring.

Is the partner acting as a Contractor, and needs a 1099 for this service?