i loved their videos and i did contact them, but am worried as some have suggested that they pawn you off to juniors and that their response is very slow.

I did all of the activities he suggested for me.

The longer it stays in the same taxpayer name before changing it, the better.I would also suggest you speak to your CPA before making any decisions.

Some great discussion and suggestions. 

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I'm curious, at what point does this reflect poorly on PM and suggest I should get antoher PM?

.- I would highly suggest you plan on using a property management company.

Any other suggestions to improve my due diligence process would be appreciated.

Let’s break it down and explore how you might approach this idea, the challenges you could face, and ways to structure a deal that could work for both you and the landlord.Why the Landlord Might Be Open to SellingThey’ve moved out of state for health reasons and don’t have family nearby anymore, which might reduce their emotional attachment to the property.The idea of simplifying their life and pursuing something like sailing around the world suggests they could be open to letting go of the property if it helps them achieve their goals.With significant equity or potentially owning the property outright, selling could provide them with a substantial cash windfall to fund their future plans.However, their belongings on the property could signal hesitation to let go or simply a logistical barrier they haven’t addressed yet.

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