In my assumption, I believe it would be just like owning residential multi family properties except that I would have a higher volume of interaction with the property manager.

Jump in and start interacting

It all started by listening to Joshua Dorkin's and Brandon Turner's advice; set up a profile, upload a picture and introduce yourself to the BP Community.I look forward to the next steps ahead: analyzing properties, viewing properties, further networking and speaking with the first private investor I have in mind.TL;DR   ****Newbies, start interacting with the community, the value you might find could change your career and life.

Your County Auditor should have an interactive zoning map...if not, the city oftentimes has this resource...

The more time you spend interacting here, the more you'll find your real estate goals being fed

I've even had several interactions with these individuals via social media and one in person meet up, but was turned off by their general demeanor and the lack of willingness to share basic tips in return for my own knowledge on digital platforms. 

If you have a CRM system or even just excel, plug this owner, contact info and all of your interactions with this person in there.

Hello all, As you know every investor and developer is looking for the same answer and to solve all these you need to interact with the same business owners and workers, who are into the same business.

Looking forward to interacting with you all and see you on the forums!

Those that can do....... those that can't should hire a PM.If one does not have the fortitude to be honest with their tenants and present themselves as the owner they should not be interacting with tenants.