Congrats on your first post and stepping into the investment game. 

I also am doing a few repairs myself on the unit I am living in. I

A baseball, basketball, hockey, or soccer stadium could be different though as there is a steadier level of activity associated with 40-80 games per year than just 8.

She needs to be a grown up and accept that she has skin in this game. 

Have you gone to many Rascals games?

I am currently managing 22 apartment units, 17 of which I have ownership in. I

It's never a good idea to just pick one and trust they'll be a good fit without a good interview.Since you're new to the game make sure to go with someone who will help you plan on top of helping you purchase.

The town where I'm trying to rent in is very small and they don't have any banks and the city I'm trying to get financing in is about 45 minutes away.

Time is your greatest ally in the buy and hold real estate game.  

My usual game plan is to offer 5% below the low market comparable.