Ask how many units they manage and how much experience they have.

Hi Jorge,It’s exciting that you’re considering a jump into 20+ units!

Duplex have different zoning that may permit additional units.

Here are some of its vitals:- Zestimate: $345K (I know this is typically 10% or so high)- Last Sold: 8/2021 for $281K- Roughly 1400 sqft- Some cosmetic work needed- $25K left on solar loan- The home was build in 2004 and it looks like it has the original AC unit, so I am assuming that needs to be replaced too. - 2 story house with very small rooms and and 2 steps down, imminently as you enter the front door.- Gated community and in a reasonable HOA. - The home is 2 payments behind and already got a letter from the lender about future foreclose.

Hi @Travis Tamillo,I am soon to be active duty in the Marine Corps and am very impressed by the 13 units you were able to close in your first year! 

I have Pricelabs for my other properties, this next move is for a 4-unit that may evolve into a 20+ unit.

@Kyle Cross you claim to know a lot about the industry, but your questions are vague and so is the info you've provided.Not sure how managing 8 units doesn't, "require much management"?

This simply means you have language in your lease that states the landlord is responsible for paying utilities up to a certain $ amount (let's say $100 for the sake of argument).

Hi all,I'm looking for recommendations for a property manager for my 8-unit apartment building in Cullman, AL.

@Joshua Piche with little experience, it's better that you invest locally vs OOS - unless you want to invest a LOT of time learning another market and networking with th right people.Locally, look for a 2-4 unit property that will qualify for FHA 203(k) financing. - This will allow low down payment and the 203(k) allows repairs to be financed into the purchase mortgage.- The 203(k) will allow you to bid on properties that need repairs that won't qualify for a traditional mortgage => less competition => better purchase price.You will need to find a great local contractor you can trust to supply the required bids to qualify for the 203(k).- After closing, you can do some of the work yourself to save money, but the program doesn't allow you to pay yourself.You will want to buy a Class B property, maybe Class C+, in an area that seems to be improving.