There’s an additional cost there, but if I was you, I’d consider fronting that cost in advance so you have strong data to evaluate your potential investment properties with.3.)

Having a strong cash reserve (or partnering with someone who does) will ensure you can make it through an issue.  

Great market with strong population growth.

As an example, I will focus on the frequency of tenant turns by tenant pool segment.In my research, I've found that tenant stay has a strong correlation with income, as shown below.Comments on the three tenant pool segments:Transient - This tenant pool is primarily low-skilled hourly workers making little more than minimum wage.

Finding a strong cash flowing property has become more difficult.

Subscribe to the local newspapers and business journals.I can tell you as a broker and real estate investor in a strong southeastern growth market like Greenville SC, I get lots of calls from out of state investors.

Looks like a great complex, Mesa has a very strong rental market!

They end up with 25% equity in the deal AND strong cashflow after the rate & term refi.

I strongly suggest following @Nathan G.'

You're only as strong as your weakest link ... select your partners wisely.