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

Connect with local real estate agents, property managers, and other investors to get insider knowledge and help identify potential properties.Good luck!

When you hire a property management team like us, we take care of all of those things so you don’t have to.

If you went through that many property management companies you probably owned a slum property. 

It’s been an exhilarating journey, and one aspect I’ve found particularly fascinating is the critical role of property management in optimizing investment returns.

I have personally seen subs who specialize in storm water management systems as well if that's something that is necessary.

You could hire a project manager  and source your own subs  . 

@Carl Stenberg I can understand why management LLC's are utilized if there is an ancillary business that can operate on its own, but most on BP form management companies for asset protection despite adding no true benefits.

Our efficient project management ensured the renovations were completed on time and within budget.

Currently, I manage three villas for rent.