I want to run by the biggerpockets world a potential new model I’m working on and I want to be clear this is not intended for self-promotional purposes or necessarily even something I will enact (i’m not even totally clear on the legally of this) but something I want feedback on and also to spark a discussion of alternative agent models.

and promote local attractions (pubs, tour guides, yacht rental, etc...) while having them do the same for your rental. 

Given that we are accountants we cannot self promote on BP as its against the rules. 

I always prefer working with referrals over someone I've found online etc.

For example, the notion of a "holding" LLC (in a state with charging order protection) that owns other LLCs (in the states where the rental properties are located) is not unique to this firm, but it is certainly promoted more dominantly by this firm than other sources I've come across. 

We should try to promote the meetup a bit with other investors in the Tokyo area - the more the merrier.  

I follow him on twitter, maybe ask him for a direct referral?

For any contractor, local or long-distance, you should be getting a referral from another GREAT contractor or a respected investor. 

HiI hope you are doing wellI am buying a first multifamily property in central Illinois and was wondering if someone could help me with the following;Any referrals for property insurance companies?

I also ask for referrals, I do not just choose the first one I see that has a handful of five star reviews.Tenants: As long as your screening criteria is where you want it to be (my preference is rather high), your lease agreements are rather air tight, and you keep an open line of straight forward and honest communication you should not have too many issues with your tenants.