I'm a bit worried about signing a contract with a property management group that acts as though they'll do a great job, but then becomes incredibly difficult to work with when it matters.I'm wonder what kind of questions I should be asking when consulting with different companies (other than "what's your fee?").

That is incredibly helpful!

In any event, practice your presentation, ask the right questions, determine the pressure points, and close the deal.Like in all sales situations, you've got to make your presentation in front of ALL the principals, hit their hot buttons, and be prepared to kiss a lot of frogs.Good Luck!

Our market is as hot as ever.

I always estimate at least 5.5% to be on the conservative end of it, so i would do at least the same for seller financingFinally, $2k closing costs is incredibly low unless you’re doing as little as possible.

Granted this is still behind both Cinci and Cleveland, but I think this is an incredibly positive sign given that Columbus' overall job and growth projections are higher than both other Metro areas.

They are there to serve you and they are incredibly smart.

Hello, I have been offered an off market deal for a very nice SFH in the very hot Alberta district for $500k with 25% percent down at a 4.5% interest rate.

If your market is hot, that can have the effect of limiting your options to freshly renovated 2-4 unit real estate. 

As an added bonus, the real estate market is hot and getting the properties to appraise is a breeze.