This approach conveys your respect and appreciation while making it clear that your decision isn’t personal—it’s practical.

and am eager to connect with experienced investors to gain practical insights.What I’m Looking For:Advice on identifying cash-flowing properties and understanding market trends in Lynchburg or similar areas.Recommendations for a local real estate agent or property manager with experience working with investors.Insights on how to balance active and passive investing as I grow my portfolio.I’m grateful to be part of such an inspiring and knowledgeable community.

From our experience best practice has always been to have exterior cameras as well as smart locks.

Note I 100% know that CPM is not LTR PM with a few tweaks- I have lived and practiced this for over two decades. 

Kyle The couple of wealthy dentists I know, started by buying the building their practice was in. 

He ended up finding an eight-plex in a growing neighborhood that’s now practically printing rent checks for him.

I have some practical questions:1) How often do you clean the common areas?

They also have a pay-as-you-go setup, so you’re not stuck in a subscription—just a simple, practical option for better skip tracing.If you haven't already I would consider giving Prime Tracers a shot.

Also, any best practices for room rentals that you recommend for screening and keeping tenants.

For me, it's about practicing Cooperative Group Economics: It's not about me maximizing my profit, by rather about me maximizing the benefit to my community.