Assault with a deadly weapon and shooting on an occupied dwelling tend to only happen in the worst.Having lived there for over 10 years location is definitely #1 as the neighborhood quality can change pretty quickly from street to street, so make sure you work with someone who really knows the area.Other than that, be sure to do your due diligence on the property itself as @Abraham Bar suggested.

., major repair, a need to refinance, etc.). 

Vacancy runs like a mini office but with lower quality tenants and shorter leases.

About a year ago they made a conscious choice to go for higher quality sponsors.   

Undoubtedly there will be some repairs to be made with this many tenants under one roof. 

Any suggestions on folks you have used that provided a reasonable price and quality work would be great.   

@Calvin Jones offer what you feel it's worth, based on comps and repairs needed.

Figure out what the ARV (After repair value) is.

I've been blown away by the quality of this forum and the quality of the podcasts.

I have been looking at a couple of property management companies in the Columbus, Ohio market that can manage a 12 unit 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment, but it is difficult to narrow down on some of the best and not just in price, but in the quality service they provide.