Save yourself the hassle and avoid these common pitfalls no matter how much you like the name or "professional" you believe the entities may appear.  

If you don't have copies of the lease, then that's where the experienced real estate professional comes in handy. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

I'm new to being a landlord, and it's a little disheartening as this is my first tenant and I thought I was minimizing the risk of a bad tenant by renting to traveling professionals.

Building a solid team is a smart priority, as real estate investing is much more efficient when you have a trusted group of professionals→ agents, contractors, lenders, who understand your goals and the local market.Your plan to own four long-term rentals in the next four years is both realistic and attainable, especially with the type of property you're targeting.

Networking with other professionals is crucial because it opens doors and provides insights that may not be apparent on the surface.Resilience is key, as market fluctuations and setbacks are inevitable, but those who adapt and learn from challenges come out stronger.

The professional tenants are everywhere and in CT, they'll win.

Allows buy low and get an inspection if possible Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Readers should seek professional advice.

I don't qualify as a real estate professional.