Being a pilot you are used to complex systems and should have nerves of steel...they will serve you well in Re.

I am using the same property manager for the apartment complexes too.  

Single family homes – self managed or property managerSmall multifamily – self managed or property managerApartment complex syndication – passive investment There are multiple avenues to finding SFR’s.

Quality mgt in a complex large enough to support it may be very hands-off.I have a hybrid in a mixed use building, but the apts pay the bills.  

Hi All, I may have found the right apartment complex to buy but I have no idea how to structure the purchase, ownership, monthly cashflow and selling it.

as an investor in Los Angeles and a resident of Houston/Sugarland I can share some experiences I have gone thru relating to the rental markets in both cities.in houston, its been a builders dream for the last 5 years no doubt, when i first moved to the city i rented a 1200 sqft 2bed2bath in a fairly decent complex for 1200 a month, now it goes for 1800 a month. housing in the suburbs went from 250 350 to 350 450 for a pretty standard suburb 3200+sqft housein los angeles something comparable to my houston rental would have been say 1700 a month in "the valley" and its probably now 2100-2200 a  month. 

Regardless of what the lease says in this instant, it is pretty standard that in apartment complexes the owner pays for pest control.

I suggest you listen to all the podcasts, starting with mine (LOL):http://Biggerpockets.com/show65I reveal there how I acquired a 100+ unit apartment complex worth $6M with only $5,000 out of pocket.

Microeconomics are complex, and it's difficult to ascertain what will happen.

At that age my Dad explained to me how owning condos and villa complexes in myrtle beach can be so profitable.