I would venture to say that a few hundred dollars for some advice could save you thousands. 

Good luck on your venture!

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Then I would co broker deals with someone experienced in the field, learn as much as you can before you start venturing off on your own. 

A DIY cost segregation study will likely give you the report within a day.These studies are generated by completing a questionnaire that was created by engineers.Best of luck.

It is probably worth giving DIY self-management services another shot -- this way when you do go with a PM you'll have had your first experience managing it on your own, so you'll know what to look out for).

We borrowed money from my wife's mother for a joint venture flip.

Hi BiggerPockets community,I have spent some time and been successful in the residential market (flipping homes) and wanting to diversify my real estate investment portfolio by venturing into rental apartments. 

Your best bet is to network at a local REIA and find a good private lender or other investors who will do a joint venture deal with you. 

I buy properties in AS IS condition and  mostly in New Jersey area but I want to venture on other areas and help homeowners that are facing foreclosure.