If it needs primer etcI use a google phone/email and collect names of handyman and painters etc. they bid and the serious ones come out to see the jobI take the medium priced bid. too low and it might not be the best work, too high and they do not really want the job.Lately been dealing with bids for electricians and it is hard to bid that and getting $500 per hour bids, crazy.So be specific and fair and you should find some good canidatesThe other thing is I do alot of my own research and factor in how much time it should take and the materials [or bid that you cover materials seperatley etc] - Youtube and forums for various subjects give you just enough info on what to do and look for. 

While a couple of the charges were higher than expected (I am comparing the prices to the Bay Area in Cali; I am familiar as we own here as well), we paid as the service was still quite high. 

Often for STR's to be profitable there will need to be high occupancy of over 200 nights per year.

Here are some considerations for investing in a duplex in the Dallas area and potential alternatives:Investing in a Duplex:If you rent out one property, you can possibly create positive cash flow by partially offsetting your living expenditures.If you're an investor with limited funds, duplexes could be a more accessible alternative because they may have lower entry expenses than bigger multifamily properties.Perform in-depth market research in the Dallas region to pinpoint communities that have high demand for rentals and good prospect for real estate growth.Take a look at owner-occupant-friendly financing choices including FHA loans, which frequently have less down payments.Make sure you have a well-defined escape plan.

I have never seen a radon test that high and suspect it was faulty.2.

Is this a high enough CoC return?

@Kevin SiWe avoid window A/C units since this type of apartment unit only allows you to push the rents so high.

out of state, sight unseen, first property = high risk

It's what I plan to start with and it's highly recommended for newbies like us. 

I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, have a solid W2 job and a high credit score, and want to invest in SFH or a duplex in San Antonio or Raleigh (ok with neighboring cities).