The biggest factor is thoroughly review their credit score report especially on time payment record and score.

When things outside of our control as investors change, (macro-economic factors, saturation, disposable income etc.) and there is no safety net, that's when investors can get really hurt.

The market is always evolving and there may be good deals to be had near term or you may need to wait a while, depending on many factors like interest rates etc.

Rental competition seems like a big one, but I’d love to hear how you weigh other factors too.Thanks again for sharing your experience—it’s really helpful!

Awesome job by Neal and his team in managing the properties and consistent communication with their investors.As a Limited Partner investing in a syndication, for me, trust is a big factor.

Those that use PM's have pointed out that there is a cost factor of also having to manage your PM as well - following up behind them, making sure they are doing what they are supposed to be doing, etc.Hope it helps!

The appealing aspect here is the ongoing population growth and other economic factors.

In Britain it's typically split between buyer and seller, 1-7% total, average 4% but with total transaction costs factored in it's actually more expensive there.

I'm in Iowa and while not KC, I think the factors are probably similar being in the Midwest. 

This article presents three key factors to consider before deciding that now is the time to sell/exchange: 1) regulatory, 2) economic and 3) personal timing.1.