Let’s cut through the nonsense: this isn’t about networking.

@Dwight HenningRecommend 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.

But recently, I’ve been curious to pick people’s minds and explore how others approach these aspects, especially as we grow our portfolio.You’re spot on about how technology can be a tool but shouldn’t replace the real human insights that come from having boots on the ground and networking.

Networking How did you finance this deal?

I don't want to name names, but I use a major US financial institution for my banking.

To them, everything takes "5 minutes" to do.The entire PMC industry has major challenges when it comes to handling maintenance, so it's a featured topic at most industry conferences. 

Not all but a vast majority based on my doing deals in PA NJ WV OH SC etc etc. 

The rental market here is really good and id love to share more info on that Birmingham is one of the worst appreciation markets in any major city in the US. 

I found this deal as an off-market property through my local network in the Hamptons.

thanks for the guidance @Kaushik Sarkar Since it's development it will take longer to get to the exit. 3 years could be right depending on the market, if the project requires entitlements, how long it takes for permits, no major utility obstacles, etc.