Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

Hey Joseph, my understanding is that if you wanted to team up with an accredited investor though an LLC in order to invest, both members of the LLC would have to be accredited.

I'm still in the process of growing my portfolio, but have heard others 1031 all their smaller properties into a larger building and have a property management company manage, OR, set up a seller financing deal with another buyer that gives you the cash flow you desire. 

I believe it's a great and thriving community with unique aspects that make it stand out from other markets in Texas. 

Hey Tim, Your intro is inspiring.. how do you intend to stand out when negotiating with sellers?

A few days before the sale the frame farm house was burnt to the ground and all that was left was the standing brick chimney and a lage pile of ashes. 

I have similar questions to Joe; are you expecting too much from a requirement stand point (aside from the alcohol)?

Ideally, you want something in writing, but that is probably unlikely since no one will want to stand behind a not-yet-final number.

Insurance costs are going up like crazy.

Closing costs + rent ready costs + lease out costs - those you need to be compensated for and new investors are always surprised that they can add up to 5 or 10 or 15K.