Personal recommendations don't always work.

So, the total base move-in costs would be $2500, all paid prior to lease signing.Since choosing a place to live is a very personal decision, please feel free to do a “drive by” of the property, located at 123 Main St., so you can get a feel for the neighborhood.

Professional guidance can be obtained from local personal experts experienced in your particular niche.  

I haven’t personally worked with Five Stream Ventures, but I’ve found that vetting companies like these is all about the referrals and track record.

I have been disappointed with the amount of fees and personal piggy bank attitude that the PM has regarding owner investments.My experience with JWB has been lackluster at best.

If you are a control person, this can be a challenge but I have learned to let go over day to day issues that come up that I would do differently.Handypersons are a tough one.

Perhaps....but   the person relocating to any given market and who has to make a purchase in a finite period of time is generally the least likely candidate to get a great deal on the purchase, meaning the appreciation is even more important. 

Any person over 18 should go through the tenant screening if they are living there...they don't necessarily need to be on the lease, but there is another area on the Chicago Association of Realtor's lease to add occupants.

Here in Chicago, we've found some of our best contractors from other good contractors or investors; I've found the in-person meetups yield the best results, so maybe you can take a trip to Maryland? 

My personal bank will finance pretty much anything I want to buy in eastern TN for 10 percent down, but they don't like car loans. ??!!