We have strayed well off the original post path.The googling you reference is regarding the inception of a mortgage.Mortgage companies have attorneys. 

You compare bids from companies for your complex to a cleaner and an STR. 

So, if you already have substantial sized company...what is your current bank providing you?  

This can help you objectively compare different markets and make a more informed decision.Also, networking with local real estate professionals or joining investor groups in your target markets can provide valuable insights and help you gain a better understanding of each market's nuances.Would you like more specific insights into the Oklahoma City/Tulsa real estate market?

You can say vet the turnkey company...well, read up on the 1000s of other forum posts that talk about how they were drawn to a public figure and family man.

One thing I didn't do which I should have done before putting in offers in 2023 was to talk to very knowledgeable property management companies (referred to me by other investors), which I did after I closed on 2 homes, sight unseen.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If I'm trying to determine how much to rent an LTR for I'll also use Zillow to see what others are asking for similar homes and how many people have reached out & applied.If I'm trying to determine how much to rent an STR for I'll use the enemy method, AirDNA, and estimates from property management companies.

The power of compounding in real estate is real - yet most professionals don't understand how powerful it really can be even though they talk about generating wealth.The true power of a 1031 exchange is the ability for an investor to meet their investment objectives without losing equity to taxation.

As you know since you're over 59.5 you can take distributions without penalties so you'll have to decide that along with your tax professional.