Thanks for the mention @Nathan Gesner@Jodi-Ann Birch we don't do business up in Flint, but we have encountered Gebrael Management a few times as they've tried to do business in Metro Detroit.They seem to have good processes, but please validate they will meet your expectations.Recommend 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.

Attend local investor meetups, join local Real Estate Investment Associations (REIAs), join digital groups like LinkedIn and Facebook, and use platforms like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors, contractors, and potential partners.

I will say the Facebook groups and reversing different platforms have been the most successful.

The plaintiff's and insurance company's attorneys seem to know the drill - which is that the case will be settled for under $20k.Have been told this amount is cheaper for the insurance companies than challenging the plaintiff's claim and going to a jury trial.In our opinion, this just encourages desperate tenants AND personal injury attorneys to file frivolous claims!

@Bo Goebel Recommend 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.

@Sanjida RabbaniRecommend 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.

I would love any encouragement or advice for newbies who don't have much money to work with up front.

Through relentless self-education on platforms like BiggerPockets, networking like crazy (over 200 Zoom calls in 2020!)

You should utilize resources like BiggerPockets, build a team, and use online platforms to find potential properties.

Thanks so much for the warm welcome and encouragement.