The one's that I have spoken with normally offer free consultations but won't honor it in this case and are demanding payment up front before they can even confirm whether or not they can do it.

In my opinion, if you enjoy doing it in your free time, make it a profession, and you will not be disappointed. 

Good luck on your journey and feel free to reach out if you ever need any guidance or advice.

& feel free to mention any other passive investing vehicles (in the real estate space) that i haven't listed here!

It's free to list and had solid SEO.

Free coffee is involved.Thank you!

Then our older daughter goes to kindergarten (free) and our younger daughter switches to a cheaper daycare we have lined up @ $650/mo.

Also, a 3-month try before you lease may be the issue, tenants are using it as an MTR, it gives them far too much wiggle room, and that short-term turnover can start hitting you in the pockets pretty hard...With that said some incentives you can offer are the first and last months rent-free for a 12-month lease.

My numbers had better be accurate or me and dogs get sent out of the office with all our tails between our legs. 

I highly recommend it.If you have any other questions or need any bookkeeping or tax help, please feel free to reach out.