Customer reviews are the backbone of a company's reputation.

Moreover, Memphis has a supportive community for veterans, which could offer additional resources and networks to support your investment journey.Since you mentioned not wanting to handle property management yourself, there are reputable property management companies in Memphis that can handle those responsibilities, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of rental income without the day-to-day management tasks.Balancing the purchase of your primary residence with your investment goals is a prudent approach.

You are paying for an agent's performance, reputation, and ultimately to get you the highest price without wasting anyones time.

I can see this working if you get a theme and online reputation.

Below is a picture from a tornado that hit one of our properties and another of a fire claim we had a year later.I'd look to find a reputable roofer that has experience with insurance claims.

I don’t think that he would risk his reputation on making a couple thousand here and there by forming a shady side business.

Also, why are all you newbie REIReply addicts so insulting and dismissive, like the reputation of this brand new company is more important than your own networking and reputation? 

@Tim Lewis thanks for the info, I actually moved to Cleveland so wanted to get a reputable pm for properties I already purchased.

It all comes down to reputation, communication, and licensing.

BUT, when you “accept” business that has low profitability, takes an inordinate amount of time, is outside your area of expertise, or does not add to your reputation for expertise, you’re replacing highly profitable business that does add to your reputation as an expert and leads to more profitable business.