Meet at coffee shop close to unit on move-in day, sign lease, hand over keys.10.

If anyone can guide us with contacts of Property Managers or sellers and any information that could be useful, we would appreciate it- What are the best areas to invest, any local laws we need to be aware of, what are the key things to look for , etc .THank you !

I’ve offered him his deposit in cash when he hands keys to me on or before deadline, but that doesn’t seem incentive enough.

Note... what you also must realize is that... the power of ... education is... the key... because education from the successful folks... can energize your inner drive in the direction of the same caliber type of outcome... 

As long as the learning isn't interfering with your main source of income I'd go for it.

Redfin is actually an excellent source for info on the house - mortgage numbers, taxes, insurance, etc.

What are some reputable turn key companies?

Let your business be the one and not local media outlets to be the provider of content of the best local restaurants, the best local schools, the 10 best things to see and do this weekend all, etc... in all the area you service.See by approaching it this way You are now becoming the source for people that want to move to those locations and or maybe want to sell their house but stay in the local area. 

I have multiple properties and multiple income sources.

I use business credit cards and a heloc as well as cash and 401 funds but can always use more sources.