StephanI am in your same boat.  

I also suggest a bug inspection and a sewer line inspection. 

Hey Everyone,

I am taking a trip out to St Louis MI and was hoping I can get some recommendations on property managers for SFR and small multi family in the area. If there are any great agents that would be great as ...

I'm not sure how often it happens.I figure I have to interview Brokers to see how these situations can be handled.I'm hoping to get some suggestions which I can bring to the interview before associating myself with a Broker.Thanks for suggesting to inform all bidders.So please, keep in mind I'm not trying to be shady.

I'm also curious if anyone with experience in multiple markets has any suggestions as to whether another market might be best for my situation and trying to start off with the smallest possible out of pocket investment?

I always try to remain open to suggestions or even criticisms.  

If they ask questions you know they are interested and you then ask them to suggest their terms.

If you need some suggestions to talk to should you decided to go the hard money long-term option let me know.

I am in the same boat with my contractor.

We hope to put them to work for us in exchange for free trips to Hawaii to hang out with their family.Can anyone suggest reading material for a tear down/rebuild?