I work in comp so I have no issues building my own but I'd prefer to simply use one that's already created.Finally, aside from reviewing prior projects on the company's website and scouring the internet for reviews, does anyone have any tips on how to select a given company?

Any tips from you savvy folks?

Here's another tip for all those out there that gurus don't teach you. 

I would be grateful for any tips and guidance you would be willing to share.

Thanks for the tip on Fountain Hill.

Any tips/suggestions ?

@Shrikant Kakani- thanks ...if you  dont need to use financing - disreagrd the following tip ..if you will need to use a loan to acquire your 1st investment property - I would recommend getting the formal loan pre approval step completed ..this is free  and it will help answer many questions you have  and  help get you organized and  prepared .

Also, any tips on how to respond without sounding snarky?

I don't know much about gas stations though so if anyone has any tips or stuff to look out for I would appreciate it as I look more into it.

What tips or advice would you recommend to ID these agents and how would you go about trying to build a relationship?