It’s awesome to see you channeling your sales and business skills into REI.Those strengths will definitely serve you well.Building a solid team—from lenders and agents to property managers and mentors—is key to long-term success.

It's low class but some managers I know make s killing.houses are in poor condition since they were built quickly in 1946 to house the returning soldiers from the war👍 

I only know a few local realtors/ property managers I’m going to meet with them this week to ask more questions. 

They use more expensive subs because they don't have to manage the project. 

As an invetsment-friendly agent (based out of Houston, TX), I’ve seen how the right professional will help you analyze cash flow, manage comforatble contractor bids, and even drive for dollars if you want a broader look at potential comps or deals in the neighborhood.

I learned it was possible to buy investment properties and manage myself from a distance.

But yes we do bifurcate our portfolio and manage it to make sure it’s well balanced as well and not teetering too far one way or the other.Chris, I never knew about SEC audit.

When I worked with a property management company, we had someone buy a unit (single family) that had a STR and marketed it as a STR.

Consider reaching out to a local Rental Owners Association to connect with experienced hosts, gain valuable insights, and access resources that can help you navigate property management more effectively.

Their insurance has asked me to return the month's payment for the remaining days of their rental (Unfortunately, I did not have a cancellation agreement).I am unsure how to handle this situation, especially since I couldn't fill the majority of the rental dates and had to offer discounts for the days I did manage to book.