Originally posted by @John James:@Brian Gibbons nothing you said was helpful but thanks anyways.Real Estate, like many other businesses is built on relationships and reputation.  

I signed a contract with a reputable firm stating that any repairs under $250 PM need not consult me.

That is a recipe for disaster.Also make sure you find a reputable local land surveyor.

Online reviews are important and you should guard your reputation and marketing.  

I may not live there for long 3 months later and make it all accessible for all reputable tenants.  

Ask the club leader to direct and perhaps introduce you to those lenders that show up frequently and have a good reputation.

In spite of its reputation it's actually only something like 700 jobs.

Probably not for every house call but for tenants that have lost trust and credibility with you and might want to slander your reputation and take your money...because after all aren't you just a perverted greedy slumlord?

If you find a realtor who feels they need that or who you feel is more concerned with getting paid than helping you get the best deal you can, I'd be happy to refer you to a reputable and ethical agent.

Reputable investors, agents, and coaches will all tell you to have a ton of reserves in play and will list for you all of the fees.