Different markets yield different results between the two. 

The market is not great right now for finding a job in IT and I'm tired of getting off people and again recruiting them.

And, residents need employment; otherwise, units are full but some can't pay.In many markets, there's a pretty large jump from C to D class...and in most markets, D class takes very hands on, local management.

Since she's by far my biggest headache her rent in going to market come January. 

As we progress through 2024, commercial real estate shows a mixed landscape influenced by economic factors like inflation and labor market shifts.Office PropertiesThe office sector remains strained, with vacancy rates at a record high of 13.8% in July.

New Market Dynamics and Competitive Pricing: With more competition around commission rates, investors might benefit from lower transaction costs in the long term.

Quick Raleigh Housing Market Update I put together so you can stay in the loop.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

Before you say 'you should have the money to get into a contract' I normally wouldn't be in this situation but I've just closed on a property that was all cash 2 weeks ago and a friend calls me on a property that's truly an amazing deal that I want to get into contract (has stable tenants renewing contracts above market, I can get for under market).

I was thinking about hiring a marketing specialist to get me started but I'm not sure if that would be the most cost effective method for someone beginning their real estate career.Based on your experience, do you think that having a specialist from the beginning would be beneficial or do you think I can get by on my own in the beginning?