Lawyers like doctors specialize in different areas of practice.

However, I am running into a consistent issue - currently I am using REIPro's built-in skip tracing software, but it seems a decent amount of the numbers this program pulls are disconnected or are not the right person (I.E.

These books are filled with practical advice to help you avoid these mistakes that start small and snowball into major issues.

@Fareen E. as long as you don't violate Fair Housing and are CONSISTENT, you can do whatever.If you require an ID from EVERYONE, you are safe.

The primary goal is appreciation adding value building equity and therefore net worth.I’ve been at this “game” 46 years  and there is no magic bullet.It takes time, discipline and consistent effort.But it can be done in 10 years.Of course this means living below one’s means - ie spend less than they make - to develop and build cash and capital that can be invested and then watch ot grow over time.Hope this helps.Arn

Being able to drive by your properties frequently to see them in person (even if you have a property manager) can provide consistent peace of mind. 

Columbus is an absolute goldmine right now - it's got robust job growth, a booming tech and university scene, and consistent strong rental demand. 

Anyone have practical experience with this that we can discuss further?

If you have a solid ARV AND a great GC / team that you trust to do good work, consistently, and can stick to the timeline planned, even with hard money you will still make money at 75 or 80%, albeit a little less than at 70%. 

They might be fine managing new construction, but I have seem MANY investors almost tank from their fee schedule on managing older homes...i would compare it to almost predatory practice.