There are cheaper one’s in D/F areas but I would be careful as those can create a laundry list of additional issues.

Listening carefully and asking open-ended questions like “What’s most important to you in this deal?”

I buy deep though, and don't seem to care to budge on my bid given the scope. 

There's too many investors who are front page news in Northern states re CFDs gone bad and Texas where lease options went bad and the state enacted buyer protections...Take care to all.   

You can learn by watching a professional manage the property.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Just like every professional has a different pay range and skill cap, PM has differences in knowledge and skills.

If you don't have money set aside for emergencies then you should tread carefully.

The nicer areas are already charging a premium so be careful. 

Understanding the tax benefits of pre-tax contributions, cost recovery, real estate professional status, legacy goals, etc are all part of the equation and should be considered.