For first time investors that want to take it "slow" I suggest targeting properties that already have tenants in place. 

You would need to know when you sell to calculate so its a moving target and very simple prorated calculation.

I currently own a SFH and renting out the basement for extra income.So far, I have decided to go into REI with a target date of go-live or acquiring my 1st investment property in October.

With that being said, there are a lot of great companies out there depending on your target market. 

The web site says it's for condos/apartments; it is listed at 1800 watts. 

Connect with other members too esp in your target North Carolina area, to learn from their success stories and experiences and possible partnership.

I've also used the assessor website to find all out of state owners assuming they are rentals for specific neighborhoods I target for either property management or if they want to sell to me.Depending on your area and which MLS system is utilized, Realtors can potentially get other specific lists.

I’ve been using apartments.com and searching apartment communities that meet my investment criteria in my target markets and then compiling my own data base once I determine their PM company.

Is it because he just has a bigger target in his back?

LoanListed 675KOffer 630K Target purchase price-650KDown payment 10%Rate of 2.6%Monthly Cash Flow $1,472 /mo Income $5,000 /mo Expenses $3,527 /moCoC ROI 34.88%Purchase Cap 8.21%Apartments in this area that rent of $1,300.00 Look like this.