Hiring a professional and reputable PMC will not keep you in the dark, they help you stay educated.

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck.

The law also imposes financial consequences for landlords who do not address maintenance problems in their rental properties.So, yes the local agent will be liable. 

You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a tax strategist willing to work with you throughout the year, not just when preparing your tax return.You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the tax consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck.

Yeah, while buying subject to can definitely make sense, selling subject to is something I would never recommend unless there are no other options and even then, only to a reputable company with a long track record and good references.

We did however close successfully all 14 by simply using reputable resources such as Oncarrot, AWeber, Sales Genie and several other sites.

I've been looking for a reputable attorney to work with but havent found one locally yet to hold my hand through DD on the first few deals.

Living in Raleigh, the reputation of those areas isn't always the best.

You would need to put the home in oyur name which could have tax consequences then you are getting a loan to buy an asset which most likely will not cash flow.

Both resources can help you find reputable property managers with proven track records.Additionally, my team has put together a guide with tips on how to hire the best property manager.