Account Closed Navy Fed will only do 2 but I'm willing to do 4 if I choose to work with another lender.

--identify and choose online rent payment system--verify mailing address--determine how to turn one mailing address into 2 apartment addresses through USPS--develop packet for new tenants with utility phone numbers, my contact info, etc.These are a few off the top of my head, and certainly not inclusive.  

No doubt we all feel the same way when it comes to choosing those we want to entrust with our vision.Recently, I was reflecting on the last year and realized my growth has been more than I excepted.

If I were you I would choose the 1st couple, but with non-refundable quarterly rent in advance to mitigate the risk.

I'm confident I could have sold this house already if they had just given me access, but now I am in a dilemma.I don't want a reputation as someone who backs out of contracts.

@Enrique Curiel, if you choose to invest in Arizona as a resident of California, don't forget that the California Other State Tax Credit works differently for taxes paid to Arizona (along with Guam, Indiana, Oregon, and Virginia) than it does for most other states!  

If you are choosing to do that, have the courtesy to part ways with your realtor and stop wasting his time.Just something to consider.

I-35 corridor is a great area and gives you a variety to choose from.

Nothing could be more convenient for self-managing, not to mention the fact that you get to choose your own neighbors!

Before proceeding further, I am curious to know if any members have any experience with either one of these companies or can shed some light on their operations or reputations.