There are some pay sites like thumbtack too.

Before I purchase an annual package, I was wondering if you all knew of any other sites that do the same as Brighinvestor, but cheaper.  

Does the PM personally visit every property or is it someone else (for example a maintenance worker?) 

I rent by the semester to visiting scholars during the academic terms and by the night to vacationers between academic terms.

I visited my first hoarder house today that reeked of rodents, mold, and fumigation residue.

My sister in law lives out that way so I visit often.

I was just in Philly two weeks ago visiting relatives.

Actually it not so difficult if you visit the place often and its a beloved place:)

Many of the deals I've seen with problems are when the GP group was not local or wasn't really familiar with the local market.Ask about capital calls and distributions on their current deals.I have not always practiced this, but I think I will on future deals....no excuse you can't go visit the property before you buy in. 

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