Do you pay yout PM/contractor to vet properties?

[Cliff T.]

Hi all,

I'm an out of state investor and have a question for other fellow long distance investors.

Do you pay your contractor/property manager if they stop by to take photos and videos of prospective properties you're looking to purchase? If so, how much do you pay per visit?

I can see the argument for both sides: on one hand, they are helping to vet their own future business so no payment is needed; on the other hand, their time is valuable and it seems reasonable to pay some fixed amount per visit.

Thanks in advance for the response!