It is nice if you can work with someone local, but that is not always the best option.Rather than geography, i recommend you evaluate providers based on:Plan types offered as being suitable for your goals; custodial processing services, checkbook IRA LLC or checkbook Solo 401(k)Expertise, time in business, etc.Accessibility of support both during and following plan setupFeesCustomer ratings/recommendations

If you are doing leverage what type of financing are you thinking of doing?

Upwork is definitely worth looking into: We've grabbed a number of contract workers from there over the years.Also take a look at Fiverr.com, particularly as a resource for seeing what types of gigs you could perform with your skills and background.

What I have done is simply say "I am more than happy to show the property to your client, however I want you to understand up front I am marketing this property myself, have received a high degree of interest doing so, and don't pay realtors any type of referral fee".

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In your ad you can't say that this property is close to "The So-and-So Church", or "Perfect for couples" or anything else that would show that you are targeting a certain type of people.I specify that income must be at least 3x that of the rent, and since my rent is on the higher end, I usually get better people wanting to apply. 

You bet you'll have maintenance in that type of the property and obviously will need capital expenses.However, let's count before these: $55K - $22.9K=$32.1K.Even before maintenance and capex it's 9.1%.The only advantage of this type is financing - banks will base the decision on the collateral and not apply the residential standards (more than 5units).SFR is better for financing after repairs - 75% LTV where V - ARVCondos won't be refinanced - you have to have cash.

@Anthony Dominguez I have never met a contractor or subcontractor that has ever given an owner that type of list.How it works is you receive a bid for labor and materials, and that is what he charges you.

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With dealing with this type of lender are these loan terms usually locked in, or can they be re-negotiated by the buyer?