I don't personally care about checks anymore so that wasn't an important feature for me. 

@Avery Oblepias in general, paying for something you can learn online, is really paying for convenience and discipline.It's no different than paying for a personal trainer at a gym.Regarding S8, it's a pretty basic program that $5k seems a bit excessive for.Maybe, $1500?

I would never form an entity with them when I can do it online with a firm that charges a fraction of what they charge).

@John Lasher There are many good multifamily coaching programs out there, but coaching isn't the right fit for every person. 

I do have an agent I know personally but she's only in the area at certain times of the year.Section 8 would be better than nothing.

Quote from @John Fleming: I don't have any personal recommendations, but something below may help you in the search.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

Check out other online guides available here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides3.

Even if you personally have just a modicum of design aesthetic sensibility, after reviewing 20 or 30 properties, you will quickly be able to get a sense of the winners.My 2 cents,Mike

I warn people over and over and over to know what they are buying and to go personally see what they are buying. 

Many banks limit personal loan amounts.