We are in the Las Vegas area , decided to go with two well know local property management companies .

You’re absolutely right—LA is a tough but opportunity-rich market, and I’m putting in the groundwork to make the most of it.While I’m starting local in LA, my focus is expanding across California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington.

I’ve heard from Forbes that local lenders in Omaha tend ot waive fees if you bundle accounts.By the way, has anyone here used HELOC funds for mid-term rentals?

The only inconvenience is I have to pay booking.com a commission at the end of the month, and I have to remit the local taxes myself vs.

Getting out to the local meetups, in my opinion, is one of the most important things we all can do as investors. 

You should engage with the local players in the commercial market i.e.

In any case, I thing your investment are pretty solid and should earn you something between a decent return all the way to a spectacular return depending on the local economic situation.  

So the real answer is do what's comfortable for you and what makes sense based on your own financial position, your age, your desired outcome, and your local market.

I know building a reliable local network will be key, so I'm hoping to connect with experienced real estate team in the area.The military presence in Jacksonville catches my eye, and I'm particularly interested in properties that might appeal to military personnel and the associated contractors.

Current ownership was not local, and didn't have a presence anymore.