Thanks Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

You can see felonies, evictions, drug offenses, etc. by doing that.  

Half of them are below 30 and have never seen a downmarket in their investing lives, and are getting new investors prioritizing the wrong things, with highly risky strategies backed by long strings of "ifs."

Because in reality, by not hiring a property manager, and committing to doing the easier things myself--like unclogging a toilet / shower drain, fixing a light bulb, pest control, calling a plumber--I am committing to be on standby for many hours, which is a sacrifice of peace of mind / being able to leave town or take vacations--and I would like to know if it's worth it. 

@Keegan Darby , any assumption would be determined by your Loan Docs (The Note), and the servicer should be contacted to determine the process if it is assumable.

The remainder - your net operating income, divided by your purchase price is your return. 

This is the option I typically take  3) alternate rent strategies such as STR, MTR, rent by room, etc can result in significantly better cash flow.  

I am a nurse by trade and have been reading books and consuming a lot of media about investing, but am wondering if a coach could help me find better deals and avoid preventable mistakes.

We can't cancel and be punished by VRBO. 

Right now, I have a friend who is considering adding a half bath to his first floor by removing a closet w/o a permit and I am really trying to convince him not to.