There was a time in my 20's that I enjoyed being near all of the lights, sirens, and and amenities that a major metro provides but as you age you start to understand that it's really over rated.I grew up in small town Kansas and have lived in some big cities after I graduated college.

.- Technology: use of data analytics that can lead to more informed investment decisions, and integrating innovative technologies to improve operational efficiencies as well as improving tenant & investor experience- Strong Investor Relations: consistent, ongoing and transparent communication and educational opportunities for investors, including a peek behind the curtains inviting them to the office for events and internal investment committee meetings- Customer-Centric Services: customized solutions to meet specific needs and interests of various investors and full-service offerings from brokerage, property management, leasing, to funds/syndication opportunitiesWhat else did I miss?

Like painting the old kitchen cabinets vs replacing them, or providing them with a small refrigerator instead of a decent standard size one.

If you want to remote investment and / or turnkey, be sure you vet your providers and management companies thoroughly.

How I stumbled on RLS was looking for a Solo 401K provider.   

Professional Services:  Fees paid to accountants, lawyers, or property management companies are deductible.What strategies have worked for you in maximizing deductions?

I am also an agent and that area is not my normal service area.

I, myself, provide consistant, reliable quality results.

Based on the Opex the seller's agent provided it's $134k which implies the Opex ratio is ~21%.

They may need a notice to quit their services, which may include listing. better to follow up on documentation to verify.