I agree with Richard, I would strive hard to stay close to home, especially as a newbie.  

Building healthy working relationships where everyone will win, is what I strive for everyday!

I am sure there are benefits to ‘boutique’ providers and other models as well, and I would be open to hearing about them, but I believe I may feel more secure/confident with companies that were most likely to stick around and strive to continuously earn my business with quality rehabs and PM.

Good morning Bigger Pockets, For those successful and those striving towards success everyday.

For me a small mix of both is what I am going to strive for.

I am striving to improve my knowledge in financial literacy and real estate investment.

We have set our goals high and we have always strived to do great things and make a difference in the community.

I hate reading posts and being left hanging about what happened...so I will strive to update threads that I start. 

Network online with people that are striving to be (or are already) where you want to be. 

I am a buy and hold investor who strives to be as passive as possible.