@Benjamin ColemanRecommend 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.

Get an real estate attorney to draw up the contract , and refer you to a title company 

First, never send a lender money unless it's to be paid for appraisal or admin charges and if you looking for a good lender I could refer you to our hedge fund which offers you a hard money loan with no experience and only must be a homeowner.

I'm also invested in one of the funds that @Ian Ippolito refers to and actually make higher returns on it with more diversification (over 100 loans).

Look at the average markets, that's more what I am referring to. 

By built correctly I am referring to SEO (search engine optimization), and the website programming.

Ask them if they have any questions; otherwise, you wish them well and will be a positive landlord reference if they need one on their 7/15 departure.If they're going to stay, they will stay regardless, so you'd handle it legally at that point.

Ask for references and call any prior owners they may have been associated with.

I can send you some brokers that I've used and refer out often for Ohio. 

Ensure they have robust risk assessment protocols in place.Ask how they assess borrower creditworthiness and property value.Examine Legal Documentation:Carefully review all legal documents, including loan agreements, investment agreements, and any other contracts you will be required to sign.Consider having a legal professional review these documents to ensure your interests are protected.Request References and Testimonials:Ask for references from other investors who have worked with the firm.