If they can't justify the charge immediately and specifically, then it's probably just a money grab.Remember: lower fees don't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

Hello Doug, I am not a real estate attorney nor is this legal advice.Unless someone's state has specific laws banning contract assignments you should be fine doing the following.  

If you have specific questions about property management, I'll be happy to help!

I’d specifically interested in flipping property.  

Feel free to reach out though if you have specific questions, it is fairly common!

@Christina Galdieri  A 1031 exchange is specifically designed for real property held for productive use in a trade or business or for investment.

.: What is the average conversion rate for cold calling using software like PropStream, specifically targeting probate, foreclosure, or tax delinquency leads?

There are many here on BP as well as many on Linkedin that you could reach out to and they all have forms to fill out for deal specific information.I think trying to walk into offices will not be best use of time.

Do you have a specific area of Chicago where you would like to live? 

Specifically I think a lot about the smells that travel through the duct work between the units.