An investor friendly agent can do all sorts of helpful things, like setting you up with a search for properties or connecting you with folks who have recently done deals like the ones you want to do. 6) Consider analyzing a deal or two in your local market, just for practice, with a free use of our Rental Property Calculator (or other calculators).

Is it common practice for property managers to forward paid receipts to owners or not?

I’m in El Paso but I used the phrase “out of state due” to the distance practically being the same result.

Account Closed interesting point of view.You had no problem trashing a PMC you didn't know, without knowing the facts.Why don't you put your own advice into practice?

New business practices or not… any amount of money paid for their services is a rip-off.

Best practice is to have a solid policy that addresses the various scenarios, then stick to it.

Whether you are a seasoned investor, a real estate agent, or someone who has successfully navigated these waters, your input would be truly appreciated.I'll go ahead and start by sharing some of my best practices.

For more real estate focused methods and practical advice, add to your list, "Set For Life" by Scott Trench and "The House Hacking Strategy" by Craig Curelop. 

I think you may have very well narrowed down my strategy choices down to one of three; the BRRRR method (although this might be too much to start with for a newbie), the live-in flip that you mentioned (probably the most practical as I've been part of many different projects in the construction industry), and a combination of house-hacking/live-in flip (probably the most rewarding with a potential to swap between units as I finish one in order to bring better rental income).

An investor friendly agent can do all sorts of helpful things, like setting you up with a search for properties or connecting you with folks who have recently done deals like the ones you want to do. 6) Consider analyzing a deal or two in your local market, just for practice, with a free use of our Rental Property Calculator (or other calculators).