If you're expecting property owners to sell their home to you at a discount, you'll need to earn their trust - whether that be by demonstrating a successful track record with purchasing/selling similar deals OR by meeting them face to face and separating yourself from the dozens of local investors and realtors.Lastly, I'd recommend searching past posts related to this topic as well as checking out books related to your target investment strategies.All the best!

In those cases, the main criteria we add to our lease is that everyone that comes to stay there must be subject to a background check paid by the company.

@Gash Nookala,Renting can indeed be slower in winter, but here are some tips to boost interest:Enhance Listing: Ensure your listing has detailed descriptions and high-quality photos—consider professional photography if needed.Competitive Pricing: Double-check local comps; even a slight price adjustment or incentives (like a reduced deposit) could attract more interest.Broaden Marketing: Beyond Zillow, Hemlane, and MLS, use social media, community boards, and local business connections to reach a wider audience.Flexible Lease Terms: Offering shorter or month-to-month leases might appeal to tenants during this slower season.Local Property Manager: A local pro can tap into their network and help fill the vacancy faster.These steps should help you find a tenant despite the seasonal slowdown.

If the plan is to use this as an investment property, your client may want to check out a DSCR loan.

I called the current landlord and he was completely surprised by the reference check. 

I'd suggest also checking out Columbus OH.

For residential properties with a basis of less than $1.2 million, check out our online DIY Residential Cost Segregator. 

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

This is exactly what I was thinking - that the one-off buyer just isn't their client avatar at all so the PM company is checked out on it.