@David Hersh as a PMC, we do everything we can to assist our clients.So, we have referrals to lenders, attorneys, insurance companies, CPA's, etc.

In my market, Los Angeles, FF listings tend to be less professional and underpriced, so you'll need to key into those nuances to find the right comps. 

I meet investors here and we talk about both markets for ground up construction and columbus tends to be preferred. land is about 20x cheaper for smaller plots. there are a ton of options though I could discuss. even 4 units are tough it's really tough to get the numbers to work unless you buy land and develop. we need at least 60 units to get those numbers to work 

**Realtor Referrals:** Lastly, I'm in search of reputable realtors in the area who have experience working with investors like myself.

I am not saying you specifically, however, people tend to think that it is "just cleaning, " and therefore cleaners should get paid nothing, because anyone can do it.

Of course, with all things, the answers to all these matters will depend on the circumstances.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.

When we don't find success in a strategy we tend to move to another one. 

for the referral!

I've read that sellers and their agents tend to underestimate the expenses so as a rule of thumb I read I should use 50%.

Tends to attract a younger /trendy crowd.