They're not only expensive, but almost impossible to reach  - a function of supply and demand, but also told there's partiality to locals and we're not.So is there such a thing as traveling contractors, and if so, where can they be found? 

Most of the recent posters are missing this point.The issue is what capacity you're an investor in the syndications, and the interplay thereof with IRC Sec. 469, as an interest as a limited partner, or the functional equivalent of an LP, generally raises the bar under 469 to take the syndication losses as non-passive.You claim you're "a passive investor (not Gp, Lp or KP)", but this statement further muddies the water, not clarifies. 

You want to be able to manage the largest portfolio possible with the smoothest maintenance systems.

Looking back, Peter's software cost 2 times the cost of the best commercial real estate software with far less functionality!!!!

Cap rates are not static, they are a function of building and neighborhood quality.

The function you require would make the difference on any potential referral.

Unless we note otherwise in the listing information or disclosures, we fix everything that is broken or not functioning properly, but we have had several recent requests that are expensive and I'm interested in your experience in handling things like:- this roof is old and we're worried that we may have to replace it (was inspected by roofer and determined to be functioning properly)- there are screens missing from some of the windows and we would like you to add them- we're concerned about the drainage and would like you to add gutters- the AC unit is old (age disclosed in disclosure docs, was tested by HVAC guy and running fine) So do you budget for this type of concession, do you "meet in the middle" or do something else?  

You also must consider your understanding of the intricacies of managing a property yourself and whether you have the skills to manage a manager.Do you know anything about property maintenance, are you at all experienced or handy with tools. do you understand the functions of the different buildings trades, do you know the costs associated with the trades.If you have not been hands on involved in managing your own property it is extremely difficult to manage a property manager.

Facts : sanbernardino is the largest county in the United States the whole city itself is not crime infested As I am from Redlands which is a very nice city in San Bernardino with a 1O school district I can say reach out to a realtor in the area to give you a better answer.

:(Augusta is the 2nd largest city in Georgia and only 2 hours east of Atlanta.