The PM also had preferred roofing contractors that were reasonably priced (although not the cheapest).

As long as they pay you on-time and you don't have to hassle them, any method the tenant prefers.My personal preference is it doesn't matter, I give them 2-3 options that works best for them. 

However, I am open to duplex to quadplex as well since my prefer strategy is to live in one and rent the vacant rooms.Thanks for the all comments and feedback.

That describes the majority of residential lenders, investor financing is a niche unto itself. 

Long island is also a place worth to consider, it really depends on your commute and preference.

For turnkey properties go a little higher, to what will get you $900 plus in rent (I actually prefer $1,000 plus). 

I prefer to buy properties that need work. 

Because of that, the majority of people here prefer detached lifestyle (SFR) except in the luxury apartment and condo market downtown.

In addition, there are a few main components of the structure to consider: exemption status (506b vs 506c), equity split, preferred return, fees and waterfall hurdles.

I prefer text messages personally, so I have my tenants text me.