@Chantelle LewisRecommend 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.

PMs should have the widest network of contractors, knowing the good from the bad, better pricing, insights into rental rates/ condition of rentals to not over develop your unit.

If you are nearby, if you have ever been a pizza delivery person, maybe deliver a pizza to the wrong house that may or may not be the one being foreclosed on so atleast you can see inside a small portion. we used to just go knock on the door some folks would actually let you look around.

Attend real estate meetups and networking events in your area to connect with potential lenders and other investors.

I network with many investors in the scranton area as well as Vacation Rental investors in the poconos!

Networking with other investors and professionals is crucial for learning and finding opportunities.

Networking with experienced investors, running the numbers carefully, and focusing on solid markets have worked well for many.

There’s no single right answer to every situation, but the more you educate yourself and build your network, the more confident you'll become.Lastly, don’t hesitate to ask questions here, no matter how small they seem.

Start small with manageable deals, educate yourself continuously, and build a strong network and team to support your growth.

Wife and I are coming down from Toronto, Canada and we are looking to network with current investors, PM, RE Agents, etc...I tried finding meet ups in the forum section "Events & Meetups Section" but had no success.Would love to know of any meetups in Ohio in Jan, Feb or March 2025!