Are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

And are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

I recommend you include some of your key qualification criteria in the advertisement.

Working with @Benjamin Carver or another good agent to help find and close on a deal will be the key. 

But on that note I do use about 4 different data sources for comp'ing the property's rental price estimate for my clients.

First, focus on building a strong network—relationships are key in this business.

Used $20k from a partner and the rest I sourced along the way.

Also, when evaluating a value-add deal, what are the key factors you prioritize most? 

@Chris LauerRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

@Daniel LangRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.