I would encourage you to make the offer that works for you. 

.: Great story and very encouraging. 

Thanks @Jerell Edmonds - it’s always encouraging to hear from others in a similar boat.

We do encourage doing your own due diligence even though we are providing all this info.

Hi Kevin, I would encourage you to maybe consider outside of New York in the future. 

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Let us know how it goes.I provide my screening criteria on my website, and I encourage applicants to screen themselves before applying so they don't waste my time, their time, or their money.

@Stacey OlsonRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Crafting targeted messages aimed at distressed homeowners can help establish a connection and encourage them to reach out for assistance.

I would strongly encourage you to buy properties that cash flow or break even.