If the doors in the upper floors don't fit well in their frames, that's a clue that the house has changed shape over the years. 

Just search some of the marketing forums on BP to see what marketing strategies other investors are utilizing today to fit your investing strategy.

Ideally I would like to start buying all 4+ unit properties using the brrrr strategy.

Lots of factors here, some manageable some not so ideal however the numbers seem to work every way I run themI was contacted by the son of a deceased mother who after her death, found out she owned several properties. 

Well Matt, you're always welcome to interview us and see if we'd be a good fit.

Today I screened someone who fits the above description, and I find myself wanting to turn her away too, even though she wasn't convicted.  

It fit my criteria and the terms were good.  

Ideally the PM I work with will be resourceful, honest and has a certain level of business acumen.

If you have money for the rehab and holding costs- there are plenty of people out there who will loan money on the property for the acquisition.Partnering up on deals is also ideal, especially if you're just getting your feet wet.

I am looking for someone is reliable, ideally has worked with out of town investor.