We are searching for deals online but will definitely consult a realtor in the respective market and will go in person to check it out.

It’s going to go away from a commission based model (which to me never really made sense but not complaining about it). 25 years ago when there really wasn’t online listings and you would check the newspaper or call agents for listings times have changed and commissions made sense.

for me got my RE license at 18 and hit the streets.. tough first 6 months.. but that first commish check of 900.00  when at the time  75  a great job paid 8 to 10 bucks and hour.. and it took me I calculated about 6 hours total time..

You can also check with L & I website for violations for the property that may direct you to contact information.

Normally it's fairly accurate but I always like to cross check using the MLS. https://www.bethesdapropertymanagementinc.com/

They need to have proof of insurance (indemnifying you) and can pass your background check (see your local unified judicial system website to search background).Where to find these tradespeople? 

The main issues I see in Portsmouth is to thoroughly do your tenant background checks as I see a lot of people kicking doors when trying to rent.

@Jeremy Muehlbauer before you do anything check for unrelated persons ordinances in your area, that will tell you if you can move forward easily or you would need something like a boarding house license.

Make sure to check out @David Pere's Military to Millionaire.

Definitely would check!