I suspect that the prices for housing in this valley were too ridiculous for them...Anyway, I would appreciate any advice on how to choose a reliable agent to work with on this process...

Buying a multi family in Newark and looking for reliable contractors to give me some quotes. 

2) any recommendation about established and reliable agencies, offering property management services?

Looking for a reliable home inspector with reasonable pricing.

You do the best you can with what you have available to you: deal calculators (BP has one, there are other sites too), finding a reliable agent to checkout the house/neighborhood etc.

I'm looking for a reliable contractor in the Dayton OH area.

During the times of due diligence I’ve grabbed multiple GC contacts and reliable potential crew members that I would like to add to my team.

During the times of due diligence I’ve grabbed multiple GC contacts and reliable potential crew members that I would like to add to my team.

During the times of due diligence I’ve grabbed multiple GC contacts and reliable potential crew members that I would like to add to my team.

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