I'm an out-of-state investor with a few units, looking to grow in the next 4 yrs, and I'm hoping to find an agent, or some full time RE professional(s) to work with me on this in a specific market.

The markets that have good job diversity, growing economies, affordable rent to income ratios and have not seen a massive run up over the past several years.

David Sanford I think you can grow the business faster and larger with a partner since two people working together can do more.

They work on our flips and they also handle the day to day maintenance issues that come up in the PM business.None of this stuff I mentioned is really unique at all, but are all vital for us to keep growing. 

Always run a full background check, credit check, and eviction report on any applicant above the age of 18. 5.

@Michele Greene, properties in north Orange County are a mixed bag, very much dependent on which city, which neighborhood, age, HOA, etc. 

I personally think it would be a good market because of how much it’s growing.

I think it is important and it will also help you grow as an investor and learn the ins and outs of both product types.I would take the first step as soon as you think you are ready. 

I also wanted to have some equity build in to grow wealth, and I can have a good friends contractor to help fix the place.

Corey.Would love to help you grow your rental property portfolio.Let me know if you think I can help.