so you're recommending that my starting point should be finding a real estate agent, utilize theirbknowledge to learn about the process, and get referrals for good loan officers.

Highly recommend you DM @Samuel Eddinger and buy him lunch to pick his brain!

The Subto community is like an online real estate country club where everyone is trying to help each other.

If you’ve worked with trustworthy contractors or subcontractors in the Jackson County/MO area (especially those familiar with investment properties), I’d love your recommendations.

Many experienced mentors in this group can help guide you in the right direction.I highly recommend saving as much as possible and setting aside a hedge fund for financial security.

Also, can any investors recommend a reputable property management firm? 

Hello,I am looking at adding washing and dyer machines in a 4 plex unit. I am wondering if its neceassy to have a commerical grade washing and dyer machine in a four plex unit? Total number of people in the 4 plex is ...

Honestly, unless you’re in a high-end market where buyers or renters expect it, dropping thousands on a sprinkler system probably isn’t your best ROI move—especially if the property has been sitting for months.

Once you sign up there’s a ton of other systems (Freedomsoft, Prycd, Mailers, LLC, phone lines etc)he recommends that you get in order to do his program successfully.

I would just recommend renting their modem so you are always receiving the highest speed possible.