You can consider diversifying across 2-3 markets initially but since out-of-state investing requires robust teams and systems, I suggest to start in one market, build your systems, and expand.

The online gurus are the worst.

It really is a minefield out there.I know everyone likes the convenience of the web, and they are tired of hearing it, but this really is a business based on relationships, not online anonymity.

Are you currently working on lining up funding or looking at potential properties yet? 

(G) Acceptable forms of payment of Rent (including Additional Rent) are ___ personal check, ___ cashier’s check, ___ bank check, ___ money order, and ___ the following online/ACH payment methods ____________________.

Networking with local real estate groups or online forums could help you find recommendations for PM companies that have a proven track record in Birmingham 

This is a common misconception but we're an online platform where the owner chooses their own price and selects their own tenants.

I didn’t know anyone in Alabama, so I called a few agents I found online and ended up picking one from BiggerPockets.

The total cost for this monthly for me is $1.00 fee for online payment for Sevier County, TN and the .73 cent stamp for Blount County, TN.

Asa result, we are seeking alternative methods for acquiring off-marketproperties.While we havedeveloped a robust system for identifying and pre-qualifying potential landparcels, one of the major hurdles we face is reaching the property owners.