The state website can also be very informative. 

I can accurately estimate utility costs as most util companies have estimated usages and amounts on their websites, but costs like maintenance, CapEx, make ready, etc., are much harder to estimate.

I am primarily concerned with completing renovations in a timely and satisfactory condition, so I foresee the selection of GC looming large in my project's success.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

I have not selected a specific property yet, but want to at least identify my potential investors.

@Henry Perez  Things like websites, bios and marketing materials help on credibility as well as your LinkedIn and Facebook profiles. 

Spent a minute on their website and this in particular stood out to me as a red flag.

You can look on websites like https://www.corporatehousingbyowner.com/search/United-States... and https://www.furnishedfinder.com to see what similar houses are rented for.

They have a good selection of quality rugs for reasonable prices.

I'm new to this website and excited to learn from all of you!