They are not familiar with local ordinances related to managing your property.2.

You'd want to connect with a local broker on that front, but a few of them have programs based on the census-tract you're either selling or buying in. 

Investigate areas with strong growth potential and rental demand, and take into account regional real estate market trends.Networking: Attend local real estate events, sign up for internet discussion groups, and establish relationships with seasoned investors.

A local contractor would be an ideal buyer and could likely complete the repairs far cheaper than the OOS OP.   

Listen to the last 6 months of BP podcasts and find local people you can trust. 

I've reached out to several local owners of multiple MTR rentals to see if they'd be willing to talk to me, have looked at Furniture Finder, and have researched competition.  

LSAs are mainly for companies without local offices such as national companies.

Volunteer to answer phones and do open houses for a local Realty Office.Bottom line is - this can be done, but you are gonna have to really kick *** and take names.....Feel free to ask for help here....if you are serious you can do this.

You will not watch the money and payouts and bookings and end up losing more hiring a big firm to do what should only be done by local hosts.

If you are unsure consult a local. also consider a roof inspection and if you need help with that visit Roof mclean va.