re: Renting instead of selling

Handle this yourself. Why give part of your rent income to a third party. I have 3 rentals and have been fortunate to have had good tenants. Be specific in your lease as to what you'll do and what is expected of the tenant. Example, if you are gratuitously furnishing a washer and dryer, let it be known that any repairs are the tenants responsibility. Get 1 month's rent as a security deposit. Good luck.