Check with any current/recent customers also.  

@Lloyd PreeceRecommend 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 (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), 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.

Are there any current active investors in that area who can share their experience of that area and what kind of rents they are fetching?

I have (13 months) remaining on a lease of a townhouse I am currently renting.

Value is being added to this deal by a full gut rehab and remodel of the current layout.

In Steven's approach, is the strategy to choose a house that has a high ARV but low current price, or to just select based on the ARV? 

Hello Everyone,I currently own a property in the 38141 zip code and am considering purchasing another one.

Due to the changes with your business, I am not comfortable continuing the current lease.

Hi everyone, I am an agent based in central and northern NJ and am curious about how investors are navigating the current real estate market.

I'm part of a network of experienced real estate investors and wholesalers here in Charlotte, NC, and I can connect you to some great investors here in the area.Feel free to reach out to me directly at 704-7560576, and we can set up a time to chat.