Intimidation is the most valuable tool a landlord can bring to the game.

HI all,Let me preface this by stating I've utilized the search function to go through threads for kids similar age as me who want to get into Real Estate Investing.

that is something a real estate agent can help with. plus once u start searching for leads u will need to be able to determine a value and after repair value which a agent can also help with. and an agent can also give u a list of properties owned by absent owners, and that can be the first list u target to find some deals!

It seems like most sites don't give you any more than a public records search would yield, but this site purports to connect with you with people who actually have money to lend right now. 

I would suggest you set up a website also with a nice clean simple landing page to generate leads.Then you can direct your Facebook Ads or Google Adwords campaigns there and it also ads credibility.Twitter and Instagram both have paid marketing tools as well that you can utilize to build an online presence.

@Melonie Dickson   Unless someone is an expert and has the cash to solve any problem I would highly recommend they get title insurance.In general, a title insurance company will have a title search done. 

I'm happy to provide any additional insight as you search for a property manager in the area. 

I am currently searching the market South of Portland, Oregon to house-hack a small multifamily property, preferably a triplex or quad.

Just check out a few biographies of the best and successful people in any field or industry - they provide incredible insights to the value of the right tools and mentorship.Hit me up with a PM, I'd be happy to untie a few knots and give you more insights to make better and more educated decisions for your RE journey.Cheers, Ken ;-)

If I should manage myself what are some good tools to use for background check on tenants, rent collection, etc.?