You would be stuck with this bill for a regular tenant.

This is just bad banking practice and FTC should be aware of digital platforms like Baselane in many ways abusing their powers and washing their hands off. 

But the B class duplex properties in my area (Springfield MO) are priced so they don't cash flow before they're paid off. in other words I have to cover $300-600/month for about 5 years (on a $250K+ properties).The reason I can pay off in 5 years is I have ability to pay large amounts against principal every month (from my regular job income), but I only have 82K for a down payment.Once it's paid off, the property would produce almost 1000$ net cash flow.Are these good numbers or do I need to do things differently?

., schedule showings, & handle applications.Tenant Screening: Perform background checks & qualify select tenants based on predefined criteria.Tenant Move-In: Finalize leasing agreements, confirm move-in dates, conduct inspections, & collect rent & deposits.Rent Collection: Handle rent payments, late notices, & enforce late fees.Evictions: File paperwork, represent the owner in court, & coordinate with law enforcement.Legal: Advise on disputes, refer to attorneys, & ensure compliance with relevant legislation.Inspections: Conduct regular property inspections & send owners reports.Financial Management: Make payments (mortgage, HOA, etc.), maintain records, provide tax reports, & offer cash-flow statements.Maintenance & Repairs: Oversee maintenance, hire contractors, & monitor repairs & larger projects.Tenant Move-Out: Inspect, report on damages, return deposits, clean the unit, & re-list the property.** PM's - let me know if I missed anything!

I have experience with both types of Build to rent, in a community and in a regular neighborhood, but I have not been involved in a single fam BTR community that has sold to other investors. 

The IRS generally treats that as taxable income, and you’ll also get hit with a 10% early withdrawal penalty on top of the regular income tax.

Professional cost segregation firms will typically find 20-30% for regular houses or apartments, never 50%. 

In reality today's products are often cheaply made and will need regular repair, maintenance, and replacement. 

Do the inspection, communicate with the tenants, treat the unit and monitor regularly!

With home prices and assistance I feel this is a now or never thing (if I chose instead to buy a regular home), but this is also my first rodeo.