I have properties in 5 of these areas and do quite well.

Hello Bigger Pockets Family, I’m looking to invest in real estate as well as start my own property management company I have my LLC already .

We have the opportunity to purchase a beautiful, well established STR in an up and coming market.

@Dan Gongora hey Dan hope all is well!

I always check Redfin and Realtor as well, to see which has the more current info for each property.

A well written management contract should clearly spell out what is expected of both the PMC and the owner, to PROTECT both and avoid misunderstandings.

I am meeting with an agent as well next week, but i think getting an input from other investors would be great as well.

I can tell you all of this good stuff about how I was doing well in the Chris Goff program and you can the program and flop because you didn't do what was required.

Equity plays can turn into better deals down the line with lower interest rates and a refi, with rent appreciation - where you can raise your rents because they may currently be lower than market, and with market appreciation - where the entire rental market moves upwards in rents.But you want to take a serious look at your challenges there... because there can be many - especially if you are a limited funds investor.Equity plays really only work well when you have enough income where you can cover the unexpected.  

I need to take steps to make sure the apartment is as well maintained and upmost safe for anyone living there.