Some regional cities that I personally would consider are Savannah, Beaufort, Wilmington, Columbia, Greenville, and Charlotte.

For example, at the start, do you confirm if all persons in the house are aware of your presence, and do you ask if it is OK for you to open bedroom, bathroom and closet doors?

I personally don’t see LP syndication investors as Real Estate investors.  

I've only had one person look at my home. 

Have met him personally a couple times and he is just a great guy all around. 

Personal Financial Statement Borrower’s Schedule of Real Estate – or- Resume illustrating experience2-3yrs Personal & Property Tax Returns – All schedulesPrevious Year and YTD Property Profit & Loss statement w/ detailed expensesRent Roll w/ detailed lease informationCopies of all Leases3mo.

You might get transferred a couple times until you reach the right person.

I have purchased 3 STRs personally in the last 18 months and have closed on at least 25 for clients in the past 12 months.  

The person had something of an accent.

Someone to stock supplies, an appliance repair person, heating/air conditioning repair, plumber, lawn care person, carpenter, salesman, and occasionally an electrician.