I know how to do reference checks, rent apartments, etc.I'm looking for tips and best practices, I don't feel like learning everything by trial and error.

Although I don't have any regrets because of what I have learned through trials, I would like to think that learning through others mistakes can be just as fruitful!

I wish you and your family the best..Thou then who hast trials and troubles, rejoice because of them, for in them is Strength, and by their means is a pathway opened unto that LightA.C.

Since the OP is already on the refi trial, and is trying to make good on this, it will likely work out in the end.

The existing tenants are long-term and consist(ed) of a pharmacy, medical clinic, dentist, law firm, bail bondsman, and 4,000+ of vacant space.

There is a trial basis in which you are fully trained on how to evaluate and acquire investment properties.

It has been a trial and error process, but much is improving.

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Obviously there are trials and tribulations as well as risks within any investment en devour, although this strategy is very intriguing to me.  

Mostly through trial and error, I found the perfect fit for my team.ContractorsThe most arduous task I have run into and still struggle with is finding qualified contractors.