I’ve been in the real estate game for over two decades, and I’ve had my fair share of experiences with PM companies... some stellar, others not so much.Here’s what I’d suggest:Start Local: In OC, there’s a lot of value in picking a PM company that knows the ins and outs of the area.

I seem to remember that I didn't even have a business card until then either.You are VERY late to the game to be making these decisions. 

In the end, you have 2 choices when there is a change, blame the system or find a way to win the game.

I have been playing the multifamily game for almost 10 years now, and the GRM is one of my least favorite methods personally since it ignores so many important factors (steam boiler versus electric baseboard heat as an example). 

Baselane rolling out this feature was a game-changer!

What is your end-game reason - it can't be just about the $$.You're in the perfect place here on this forum.....ask questions, lots of them...

Person new to real estate trying to get in the “game” with little or no capital and trying creatively.  

These types of loans typically require at least a 10-20% down payment, as lenders want to see that you’re financially committed to the project.There are ways to get creative but they still require some form of skin in the game. 

Like @Sarah Miller and @Marcy Albrecht said, you can buy places within the city limits but it's still about location. with that said, i'm always looking out for my end game. one of the issues with buying in certain parts of canton is that when you decide you're done, you may not be able to unload your properties.

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