Just make sure you read over the policy on the last two options and make sure short-term rentals are not excluded.

I am not sure though if he had experience with Rental Property investments. 

Legal is read by the crier ( which are usually process server companies who do this as an income source no sherrif present)...

There is an amazing difference in knowledge, skill, and experience between long term agents with whom real estate is their career (life) and the agent whose in real estate because he’s a career SALESMAN selling the hottest thing; you know, the guy who’ll be selling oil well drilling participations next year, and advertising services the year after. 

Listen to your guts, read, watch, connect and network with people and you will learn as you go. 

My goal here is to network and learn and hopefully partner up with someone who has experience in the space and is looking to scale fast.Thanks!

What have been your experiences so far, and any hidden costs that you did not expect managing investment properties? 

I would like some recommendations for Lawyers and Transaction coordinators in this area with experience in; Subject to and Seller financing deals. 

Do you know how to read the credit/criminal background?

I’m currently reading Dave Meyer’s book on deal analysis and Brandon Turner’s book on rental property investing.