Sounds like it makes sense for you to partner, I would suggest: spell out responsibilities very clearly, how you make decisions and most importantly: have a very clearly spelled out exit. 

I'm looking at expanding into out of state and just trying to figure out what questions I should ask/data I should gather to make an informed decision!

REI investing for almost 20 years, owning a wealth management company for 22 years, suffice it to say there has been a lot go data/spreadsheeting/tax analysis/meeting with my team go into this overall decision to sell the entire portfolio at once.  

The PM should really cover the $250 mistake, but I would base my decision on my entire experience with them.

This will help you make informed decisions when it comes to buying. 

My experience so far has made me regret my decision for TrueBooks to file my return.

But weigh the costs of insurance and taxes against the cash flow and make your decision accordingly.

Cashflow, ability to build a team, landlord tenant laws, price to rent ratio etc.......were all factors in the decision making process almost a decade ago.Now,  I wonder why your approach is an either or view? 

It’s great to hear that you’re already working on a project to expand opportunities for real estate investors—that’s a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the field.As you dive deeper, here are a few things you’ll want to focus on to better understand how real estate investors analyze deals and make decisions:1.

But I always leave the final decision to them so I'm not liable for their decisions.