One approach is to emphasize your reliability and track record, showing that a lower EMD doesn’t impact your ability to close deals successfully.

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

Our goal is to purchase multiple properties in good neighborhoods with ARVs up to $250K.We’re eager to connect with experienced agents, reliable contractors, and any other local experts who can offer insights on building a successful portfolio here.

I am more concerned with not being able to rent the property out, compared to the buying process.

You never want to compare yourself to how other people might be scaling. 

I would caution on comparing these returns to the S&P 500.Real estate has been pretty much flat the last 2-3 years while the S&P has been on a great run.It's human nature to sell the lows and buy the tops.

Don't just look at their prices, also look at their services and compare them to the competition. 

We recommend you get management contracts from several PMCs and compare the services they cover and, more importantly, what they each DO NOT cover.

Look up comps in your target markets and see how they compare to each other. 

To start, connect with local agents, wholesalers, reliable contractors, and networking groups.