Anthony, welcome aboard.. it’s always exciting to see new folks exploring the world of real estate investing!

Feel free to DM me if you'd like more insights on all this (we don't do biz in Alabama so got nothing to lose).Here's some other "copy & paste" advice on how to search for a better PMC:----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

However, their lease is up in two months, so I would only focus on non-renewal for now.In my book, I explain methods for removing tenants without evicting them through court.

On another note, I am vigorously researching construction methods for the new house, and also chipping away at some concept drawings for it.

There are also people who swear by one method or another.   

Exploring alternative options, I inquired about a property that was listed for rent.

Instead of seeking flaws, why not explore the benefits?

I’ve been exploring buy and hold opportunities in my area, and I recently came across a situation I’d like some advice on.I’ve come across a property in my area that I’m very interested in, but I want to make sure I approach the situation the right way.

You definitely want to use a thorough screening method like rentprep.com that gets their income, credit, background check, and call at least 3 references (make sure to verify them by address/job and then their name).  

We are eager to connect with interested parties and explore how we can turn this situation into a win for all involved.Feel free to reach out if you have any leads or would like to discuss further.