I know this is also a National issue, especially in land constricted markets.

Personally, after working with numerous property managers in Las Vegas, I only trust two to handle this task for my properties.Compliance Is ComplicatedProperty management involves navigating a maze of city, state, and federal regulations.

This consideration may be worth it in terms of approaching local banks or credit unions with an understanding of real estate investment because they are generally flexible in offering loans compared to national lenders.

Above just the assumption that it'd be far more of a corporate environment, I just don't think that would happen at a larger shop, at least not for quite awhile, and I do think I would generally be more at home with a smaller office of people (smaller being relative to multi-national, or coast-to-coast, I suppose).Personally speaking, do you find that you're in that type of environment with a boutique brokerage?

Unless you had a foundation repair company you trust tell you needed a french drain.

Cash flow might take a bit of a back seat but building a team you can trust and building experience are top priorities in my eyes.

If you have the money and you can do something with it in California and you trust that the money will grow more there, then that's what I would do 

seems to be with the power of REI nation in the market place wholesalers would be lined up to present deals to U guys first .. invite them into your offices and give them the tour like you do your retail buyers..

There are exceptions for very large projects where national players like MasTec (who bought IEA, one of the largest solar and wind installers in the US), exist.

I felt that the various service providers gave me preferred service having been introduced through RTR, and I had great experiences with everyone they recommended.Most importantly, I felt that I could trust my Matthew Seyoum, my Investment Strategist, to represent my best interests without any conflict of interest, and to provide sound advice after understanding my goals and needs.Time will tell how the investment itself plays out, but so far I’m happy with RTR’s service and look forward continuing the relationship.P.S.