I was new to the SFR investment world, and it was important to me to work with company with good reputation that can act quickly.

No need to invest out of state, when you are in one of the best places in the world to invest in real estate. 

So, in actuality the divide between “good” PMs and “bad” ones is probably no different than any other service provider, be it real estate broker, mortgage originator, etc.The key word I has in my sentence was MAY; as in MAY be hazardous to your financial health.  

Plus diversification within your real estate portfolio can be a solid strategy.4.

I learned about them from a Rent to Retirement podcast where they interviewed a former W2 FT sales guy in tech (that's me today...) turn real estate investor.

Many of them sell the course at 20k a pop and that is how they “make money in real estate†Sad but true.

I enjoy owning it.Do you invest in real estate to make a profit or solely for the enjoyment? 

Dubai’s real estate market never seems to slow down, and that’s what keeps it so intriguing.

Similar to you I was doing well in real estate, had 3 cashflowing properties as well as my primary home and then thought it would be a good idea to flip some early 1900's homes.

Even less if splitting the lots costs any real money.