I'd bet that the opportunity cost in waiting over buying a retail property off of Loopnet is going to cost you more in the long run.Research as many properties as possible and talk with as many brokers as possible.

Both are extremely reputable, knowledgable QIs who are active here on BP.Good luck!

His company does show as an active company on the CT Secretary of State website.

However, once you can fill all your time up with money-making activities, it usually makes sense to have someone else help on the accounting side.If your situation won't require ongoing support- it may be helpful to contact a CPA/accountant on here that can help with QuickBooks setup and training.

I have not been active in Columbus county for much of 2019, so hesitate to say either way.

Finding a partner with capital is going to be your best bet depending on the size of the down payment needed.

The industry is so ripe for discussion with all of its: negative stigma, tenants/toilets/trash, fee-drivenness, landlord friendly, investor driven, technologically evolving and legislatively active...environment.There's the historic landlord and agent PM legal agency relationship with a traditional scope of service, duties/responsibilities between LL&T, evolving retail/consumer trends/expectations, etc.

Tenant laws can eat your lunch and I bet a paycheck they'll never get better.

They already have possession and are not out actively selling the property.2) There is NO Realtor needed.

I am a Semi-Conductor professional(PhD) with two small kids and as such all of my time is used and the option of a more active investment is very difficult for me.