;)   Real Estate has a ton of areas to invest and work within so it's great you are getting started now exploring the industry.

I'm looking forward to exploring all of these resources! 

I think I need to bite the bullet and start exploring outside my local market

Account Closed Actually what you said is what I was thinking, the surprise is that contract came from one of the most reputable turnkey companies in KCMO on BP.Also, not only they're asking me to bring $10K extra to the closing table, but also they offloaded all the closing cost on me. even the obvious seller closing cost like the buyer's title insurance or even splitting the escrow.

The goal is to build relationships, gain experience, and build a track record and reputation. 

This is my first time exploring this so I am also wondering what services they provide and how the costs work out.  

Plus there are very few reputable PMs who are willing to take on properties in those areas.How many units do you have?

More important for OP is you don't want the reputation of jumping from agent to agent, or nobody will want to spend any time helping you as it would be a complete waste if their time.

There are a bunch of "mom and pops" but no solid company , with a good reputation that I've came across.

I work with a number of investors who buy NNN investment grade properties, since they have low management needs, or multi-tenant retail where cash flow can cover a reputable management firm.