Also, if your rentals are already in service and the banks are using a blanket 75% of gross rents figure, theyre probably incompetent in their underwriting.

I know for DSCR especially, lots of lenders don't like sober homes unless there's truly no medical services offered. 

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

I have bought and partnered with on a handful of properties and have grown my property management services.  

However, if the lock issue was caused by misuse or accidental damage on the tenant’s part, then the tenant might be responsible for the expense.It’s always best to review the lease agreement first to see if there’s specific language about repairs or locksmith services.

My biggest concern with blue ridge is cleaning companies and handy man services. 

One thing I learned from a long career in public service is that it is better to underpromise and overdeliver than the other way around. 

The real estate company offers syndications and syndication education services.

@Seth Mattox it can be done from a distance, but I think the quality of service will be sub-par and it will take a lot of extra effort.

I look for markets with a COC that fills my appetite and that has a critical number of vendors that can service me (eg: property managers and cleaners).