Private equity firms seem to favor larger operations with scalable systems, while smaller mom-and-pop firms are often acquired by local players or regional operators looking to expand their footprint.If you’re looking for actionable intel, reaching out to brokers specializing in the sale of PM firms could provide useful leads.

It’s a smart choice if you want to streamline operations and ensure a consistent, high-quality guest experience without being hands-on 24/7.I'd be happy to share more ideas.

Or give any one area a leg-up, besides the initial players like Virginia. 

I don't know how the really big players stomach it.Something else I failed to mention was how the PM's are also tacking on fees on top of rent to extract even more money from our tenants. 

Here’s how you can stay informed and ensure your rental properties meet all legal requirements.1.

I plan to manage the properties myself until it conflicts with my regular job.I would appreciate any advice on these markets to ensure success and connect with local investors. 

As General Partners (GPs), we juggle a lot—talking with vendors, negotiating with buyers and sellers, and ensuring the deal stays on track.

What should I keep in mind to ensure I'm approaching it the right way?

This route requires more attention as you will need to ensure that you are finding good deals wether they are on the market or off market.

Ensure the property transfer doesn’t trigger your lender’s due-on-sale clause if there’s a mortgage.