@Adam RossRecommend 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.

Starting with three T-12s from properties of a similar size and market is a fantastic strategy, and I’ll definitely take your suggestion of setting aside time to really dig into the details.Thank you for the encouragement and practical tips—it’s advice I’ll take to heart as I move forward.

In tight inventory markets like Boston, I encourage clients to clearly define their purchasing criteria, start looking, and then be patient.Some of the best deals I have seen or experienced personally happened during unusual circumstances.

So it serves multiple purposes and I would strongly encourage it

A different industry thought leader will present and allow a time for Q&A.The goal is to raise awareness of and encourage this strategy as well as network with likeminded investors and entrepreneurs.  

This platform is designed to greatly assist you in networking and gaining knowledge about real estate.

Focus on STR-friendly areas like Newburgh or Highland Lakes, and use platforms like AirDNA to assess revenue potential.

I normally do not encourage people to forrm entities for real estate, but if I were investing out of state I would have the out of state investments placed in an LLC chartered in that state. 

It's awfully encouraging to see a fellow Floridian get out of the rat race.

You could also offer to cover part of their tax liability through negotiation or encourage them to convert the property into their primary residence to use the IRS exclusion for up to $250K/$500K in gains.