Its not really necessary because my PM does an excellent job advertising for free through their web-based portal. 

However, it still shows up as a BAC admin per se on my driving record from almost 7 years ago until I had to hire a hacker off the deep web ( Barrysanchez AT hackermail DOTcom )  to get it cleared.

The local area crime rate is low according to Trulia.com, but I've also heard many realtors laugh out loud at some of the information available on the popular web-sites.

@Chris BerryYes, that is one of the greatest tool for real estate investing.You can show it to lenders to get low rates and quick loan from reputable lenders.

The  hallmark of scammers is advance fees, but I'd also be worried about giving them your personal info and SS#.As a physician, I'd bet you can get a decent line/loan from any number of reputable lenders.

Based on the calculators on the web, it looks like I am going to cash flow 100-200 per mo and it's in a nice neighborhood.

They are usually always willing to help point you towards their better/more reputable customers because they get more business from the recommendation. 

Sellers are naturally looking for someone that is easy to work with, and pre qualified with a reputable lender.

You should be able to find them on the web and be learning them before you have any dealings with tenants.

What is his reputation?