Are there any that you would recommend?

Financial Planners all seem to recommend having a balance stock portfolio, so why wouldn't investors similarly have a balance real estate portfolio and do some of each?

First, instead of fighting over deals like there's a limited supply, why don't we all create our own "abundance mentalities" - because no one on this thread has the infrastructure to handle EVERY possible deal:)Secondly, I find it odd that agents are fighting against "off market" sales, but could care less that at least two-thirds of rental transactions are technically "off market" or "off-MLS" (no agents involved).Yet, every agent licensing course covers the handling of rental leases.Guessing that agents only get wound about this topic if a certain number of zero's are involved?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

My hope in joining this community is to learn more from others with experience, get a better understanding of the real estate / rental market as a whole, learn best practices when considering an investment property, get recommendations on educational material, and make professional connections along the way.

If you can afford it, I would recommend a Triplex or even a 4 unit; because you are mitigating your risk and likely increasing your cash flow.

So a DIY method is not recommended unless you're actually qualified. 

@Melissa Rivera - this is why I do not recommend for people to do their own evictions. 

Hey @Christina Hall, I recommend reaching out to @Jeff Nash at Nashional Tax Planning.

The rental market is okay, just very saturated due to the limited supply of homes for sale.