I'm sure there will be hiccups down the road.Some things I need to see now from a partner/provider in an out of are market are:Person actually invests in the same market for their own portfolio.Clear conveyance of local market knowledge (good/bad areas, which unit mix fits the demographic/rent the easiest, economic drivers/strong points of the local economyHave a solid understanding of my purchase criteria AND long term goals.Willing & able to answer all my questions honestly.Is very tech savvy and can give email updates/pictures/videos frequently.

There's the issue that happened with Yelp where someone gave a company a bad review when they didn't deliver the item they ordered, and ended up involved in a huge lawsuit.

I don't know J.Scott and have never talked to him, so I have no vested interest, but don't mind giving a positive endorsement in the rare occasion, where something/someone delivers above and beyond expectation.The best too you in you rehab adventure

Developed a relationship with an emerging REIT.Just want to make sure I get paid for delivering exactly what they say they want.They are looking for bulk portfolios in major cities.

Your lease or state landlord tenant law should be your guide for delivering a "Notice to Quit" to this tenant; "Quit" does not necessarily mean move, it just means to stop doing things that violate the lease - in your case, your rent was not received in full.

A Property Manager friend of mine puts the house on lockbox and has prospects send him their SSN and pic copy of drivers license and releases the code.

Presently, I am a truck driver but as a former realtor in NY and PA, I still have a desire to be involved in RE in one form or another.

Welcome to BiggerPockets @Daniel Foster .I've heard nothing but great things about the deals and economic drivers there in Memphis.

I would make sure its a real proof of funds letter, many gurus have places online that their students can download "proof of funds" that will never deliver. if Iits from a local bank, or from an account with their name on it, then maybe you have a legitimate buyer.

Cap rates are you value driver for appraisals of commercial real estate.