Some sort of management courses would also be useful RE is not only managing a physical property but tenants, handymen, skilled tradesmen, etc.

Then when you come across a deal that fits, underwrite the deal and present it to them. 3.

If a realtor has a lender paying for half of their "co-marketing" on Zillow or whatever, theyre probably going to refer that lender regardless of whether it's the right fit.

(There are other ways to obtain/develop that evidence - such as using certified mail or my “practical advice” below.)In your case, because your friend found the letter inside the mailbox of the last known address, you now have specific evidence of having mailed the letter “…by first class mail, to the tenant's last known place of residence” - “Unless other arrangements (had been) made in writing by the tenant…”Again, in my (non-lawyer) opinion, you’ve complied with the letter of the law as to your concern - “Unless other arrangements (had been) made in writing by the tenant…”[Practical advice: Where I self-manage, in my “Notices” section of the lease, besides my physical address, phone numbers, etc for notices to me, I provide two email addresses for myself, and state in that part that email is my preferred method of communication.

Soooo, now, after asking them to send me what they've got as far as current inventory, I happened to mention to them that my closing attorney is holding earnest monies to be labeled and guided as I see fit.

@Kent Foltz I think you've got to put the time in to research the different states and find the ones that will be the right fit for you.I started with non judicial states only then moved to judicial as well.

If you have ample time and want to be hands-on, I’d recommend choosing a market that interests you and building a team—including an agent, contractors, and a management company—to support you throughout the process.However, if you’re busy and don’t have the time to manage all these aspects, turnkey options might be a better fit.

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Always analyze for long term numbers but in the back of my mind I look to see if it will be a good fit for possible MTR or STR.

So it's not a fit for everyone.