If you just hire the cheapest or first PMC you speak with and it turns into a bad experience, please don’t assume ALL PMC’s are bad and start trashing PMC’s in general.

And some of us been replying back yes there is, just where they are, how to get them, has changed a bit and it's no longer as simple as closing your eyes and randomly throwing darts at a MLS map and buying whatever. yes, those days are long gone but if your willing to roll-up the sleeves and get professional at it, there is "deals" all over the place, you just gotta get skilled on how to find them, tap them, monetize them. 

We hired a tax advisor and were told to get an STR this year to help offset our taxes with the STR loophole...

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Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

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The value will be determined by an appraiser hired by the lender.

That easy question to answer will be a really great litmus test in your due diligence toolbox.If you are evaluating a REIT, it would be wise and prudent to do your homework and select the appropriate professional to guide you.

I had to hire someone to deliver those to the site.

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