When you select tenants interview them in person, not over the phone.

I would recommend interviewing multiple agents and tell them your intent.  

Monthly Income Monthly Expenses:UtilitiesRepairs (any thing over $2,500 include details for what it is, it may need to be capitalized) Mortgage interestReal estate taxInsurance Vehicle Expense (Mileage is mostly the best method, track it in a log for trips to the rental or to meet with tenants ect) Meals and entertainment (if you have coffees while interviewing potential renters ect) Dues and subscriptions - If you pay a monthly fee to a neighborhood watch type of thingEducational expense- If you purchase a landlording book from BP or attend a seminar Landscaping costs Pest control fees Marketing expenses 

One of the most important things you can do before you start interviewing GCs and getting bids is - develop a thorough Scope of Work.

I just fast forward on the first 8-10 min. until he gets to the actual interview.

I recall one interview where they suggested trying to find the banker on Linkin and network in that way.

Conducting interviews and studying data on the world's self-made rich, Schiff's book is really about how successful people think and act differently than the rest. 

I love listening not only to learn about real estate, but I find myself compelled to the relatable, down to earth personalities of Josh, Brandon, and literally every guest they interview.

I’d also like to expand my list of contractors and property managers to interview.

I am prepping to rent out my SFR in about a year and I'm putting together an interview list of prospective property management companies that will provide services in Mystic, CT (near Groton and New London).