Quote from @Connor Golden: David's book is a great start.I think it's important to narrow in on a market, then look for a solid Property Manager.

Here are some tips and insights to consider as you begin building your real estate portfolio:Options:Refinancing: If you have equity in your condo, consider refinancing to access funds for future investments.Investment Loans: Explore options like conventional loans for financing future rental properties.HELOC: Depending on your equity and financial situation, a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) could provide flexible financing for down payments or renovations on new properties.Build a Financial Strategy:Budgeting: Create a detailed budget that includes mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs for your rental property.Cash Flow Analysis: Calculate expected rental income versus expenses to ensure positive cash flow.Emergency Fund: Set aside funds for unexpected repairs or vacancies.Research the Rental Market:Location: Choose rental properties in areas with strong rental demand and potential for appreciation.Tenant Profile: Understand the demographics and preferences of renters in your target market.Market Trends: Stay updated on rental market trends and local regulations affecting landlords.Property Management:Self-Management vs.

Networking with local investors can provide insights into the Pittsburgh market, recommended contractors, property managers, and other professionals.

I would employ a property management company that can handle this for you, like the one I work for as an agent.

I bought 100k homes for blue-collar working families that rented for 1000 dollars a month that more than paid for all repairs, vacancy, insurance, professional property management, and capital expenses."

Our management company has interviewed vendors our there that have capabilities, using AI, to verify authenticity of certain documents, including ID's.

When I went to replace a shift manager that I caught stealing, I got guff from my business partner when I brought up John as a replacement.

Does anyone have a property manager, relator, contractor, CPA that they can recommend in the area?

Does anyone here use Buildium for property management and Quickbooks for accounting?  

Here are some additional activities that count, toward real estate professional and material participation hours.Research market for real estate transaction opportunities; current office market rates; terms of financingMaking offer contracts for properties that you end up buyingNegotiation for acquisition of rental properties that you end up purchasing; including directing due diligence and managing financial projections/business plansObtaining financing for properties that you purchaseProperty inspectionsAdvertisingMeeting with Prospective Tenants/showing properties to prospective tenantsNegotiate, obtain, & review proposals and contracts with vendors (insurance, utilities, etc) for property servicesReview and Negotiate The Terms of Sale AgreementsStaging and Decorating3rd party contractor, vendor, or service provider supervision