His BP interview and book give a great overview of his process. 

There is nothing wrong with “interviewing” or getting quotes from contractors, just don’t do it when you know they have a slim to nun chance of getting the job.

Recognizing that would cut into cash flow for that hypothetical 4-plex, but would open up rental options for current primary residence.Am I just way overthinking this? 

It's the element of uncertainty that must be recognized and respected.No single factor should be able to topple the house. 

We did interviews this past weekend and found our tenant that first day....even though others were qualified. 

I’m looking into my first small multifamily investment home and I would like to have this ran and managed by a professional PM group. 1) What’s 2-3 main questions you ask when you’re interviewing for a PM?

I have called and interviewed over 30 hard money lenders because it is a free resource adn I wanted a good idea of the national landscape. 

I'm getting my license in Florida currently and really have already picked a brokerage I want to work for but was advised to still interview around.

@Mike McKinzie I think you're in the right place to begin locating, interviewing and selecting syndicators and deal sponsors who meet your criteria for 1)markets, 2) asset classes, and so forth.

Maybe you do the same and interview them, let them show you what they do and how they do it.