I would also encourage you to source leads through a software like TurboTenant which will streamline the process, in conjunction with the handouts found in Brandon's book, and likely provide a better applicant pool as your listing is automatically published to multiple rental listing sites.

@Johnery LaurimoreRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder, etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

I try to encourage the very best tenants to stay by keeping rent low, but only if they are perfect in every way: timely payments, no lease violations, maintain homes, communicate well, etc. 

Hopefully that is encouraging, but I don't know?!?

If the land is less than 5k, it's fine to close outside of title, the cost of title insurance may not justify the risk.Hope that's been helpful, if you have any questions or concerns with my post, I'd encourage you to read about the niche on REtipster.com.  

Reverse exchanges may be possible for experienced well capitalized investors but for most, I would say it’s not really a practical option.Mike’s suggestions of being prepared and proactive is a good one.I encourage 1031 investors to start looking ASAP - get to know the market - identify potential buys - and start making offers - before one has sold their existing property.The issue becomes will a seller especially in a strong market accept your offer “contingent upon the sale of your property”?

Professions like engineering, law, accounting, architecture, and general contractors necessitate degrees and licensure.Development is unique in that it welcomes (perhaps even encourages) a maverick spirit.

For anyone who took the time to read this and can share any advice, warnings or encouragement, thank you.J Whitehead

The only thing you can do is allow them to install a camera and encourage them to talk to their neighbors and call the police.

There are definitely 2 schools of thought, finance nothing buy everything in cash, or less extreme version that encourage not taking on debt to invest - the "vermillion school".