My preference for now is to let a professional manage that aspect and I'll manage the manager. 

I often prefer larger cities due to more economic opportunities that provide a more consistent population. 

My wife and I have a consistent debate on our first rental property.

I spoke with an owner and he said he stays consistently book except for 3-4 months where he is only booked for 1-2 weeks.

Hey @Darius Price When choosing a brokerage, the most important aspect to consider is whether or not they will provide you with the opportunity you are seeking.

You should go and interview a few different real estate agents, tell them what you want and let them know that you are talking with other agents to find one you can work with consistently on your REI goals and see what they bring you.

I think the "rates are so low this money is practically free" aspect of the market right now is pushing a lot of would-be-buyers into the field, even amidst the social distancing moves (interesting in itself).Investors seem to be on pause, tenants are TBD, and retail buyers (and most sellers, but the sellers are nervous nellies) are still hunting, but very unsure on how things will unfold.I know we've heard this idea discussed on the podcast before, but I think the biggest "threat" to performance of rentals across OKC is going to be from the Airbnb sector. 

Strategy BRRRR sounds appealing, but certain aspects seem too similar to house flipping, which I'm not comfortable doing.

I would talk to the landlord (not text or email) calm and consistent making your case.

"Not one round of mailers, not a few phone calls here and there, not a half-*** website, but a true commitment. "100% agree... consistency is absolute key.