From what I’ve seen, firms like Exeter 1031 Exchange or Asset Preservation, Inc. have solid reputations for guiding investors through the process efficiently.

I'm currently dealing with severe property damage on a single-family fifixer-upper in the Atlanta metro area, and my insurance adjuster hinted at hiring a public adjuster.I'm new to this and could use some guidance.

Quote from @Ana Mills: The high quotes for the electricians will be way cheaper than having your handyman do it and it causing damage, causing a fire, or even worse causing a fire later when someone is living there and that person/persons getting hurt because of the work being done by an unlicensed worker doing the work. 

Their demonstrated experience and reputation in the industry will speak volumes.  

I was born and raised there, so I am very familiar with flood and wind damage from hurricanes.

Despite the risk of losing their Section 8 status, tenants rarely pay their share.There is likely to be significant damage caused by Section 8 tenants.

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Does anyone know a reputable or comp with competitive rates to set up a checkbook IRA?

Use a reputable expert like @Dave Foster and you’ll be covered.

And even if the tenants chooses to stay in your property for 2yrs, the damage they may cause will eat away all of your cash flow and leave you potentially upside down.