@Michael MattinglyRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Has anyone used the company SEOMEETSREI for backlink services?

Financing New BuildsIf you’re financing a new build, be prepared for a slightly different lending process.

Or want a different investor to buy?

So, you’ll assume the old mortgage but you’ll also have to come up with that difference between old mortgage value and current market value, this is the gap. 

Managing your rental will be a part time job; don't let anyone tell you different.

Make sure you work with a company that will support you on what you can and cannot do with your retirement funds.  

The company may as well. 

Hey guys - I came across this company - Offer Geek - https://ogeekholdings.com/ - where they are offering properties by also doing the entire renovation, placing a Section 8 tenant and also offering property management for you? 

How long it takes to be financially ready is different for everyone.