Don't hire the first company that presents a lot of sleek Razzle dazzle.

This is what my company does for our clients..

We usually are responsible for connecting investors with teams on the ground or established local PM companies.

I like to think I have done ok. for me finding properties is sales - managing real estate and growing your company requires problem solving. 

I will be furnishing one side for now and leasing to a mid term rental until i get a property management company that will work the property or get it leased out to students What was the outcome?

Is this purchase on the MLS or through a turnkey company? 

I own a roofing company in Denver and a separate gutter company there too. 

This is what my company does for our clients..

@Alec Barnes As the owner of a property management company in Texas, I completely agree that a solid screening process is essential for placing quality tenants.

@Stacey OlsonRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.