I feel this gives me the flexibility to find the right solution for my client and not just sell what my bank offers.I'll also throw in my 2 cents on common differences I've seen in my career:CDFIs - Because of their subsidized financing structure, they have the ability to be a low cost lender (and sometimes provide grants).

I’m about to be 29 and I’m hoping this really takes effect in my life in my 40’s.

Due to my situation I made a mistake but renting my house when I moved out. 

In the past, I've found both to be good sources of information for market insight and referrals. 

Today he drove over an hour into the woods for us to look at a mobile so my husband does not have to commute.

And once I finish the due diligence, my work is done: it's completely passive.

@Jared FisherRecommend 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.

I am still learning my self.

My first multifamily purchase was my 34th acquisition and my first multifamily syndication was my 103rd acquisition (and wasn't my second multifamily purchase, either).

I’m happy to share my own tips and experiences as well.