Allow others to get an idea of what drives you and maybe you can partner up with someone.

I don’t wish to pay a premium for a PM who can’t get his hands dirty or drive down a less desirable block who’s all talk and no results.

One day, while driving 4 hours to visit my family, I stumbled on the BiggerPockets podcast while searching for 'investing' podcasts.

Phoenix has been a popular destination for California investors - much more affordable than Cali, and it's just a short drive or flight when you need to be here.

Since you lived in the area, you want to reach out to a local friend who can do constant drive-bys to make sure the property management team and/or contractor is doing what you ask them to do.

Myself, I would never entrust my car to a 16yr old with a month of driving experience.

One of the main attractions is the Blue Ridge Parkway, a great time if you’re up for a drive.

If I am not receiving applications within that first 7-10 days (and mind you, I follow up aggressively with the folks who attend), I'll begin dropping the price, driving larger numbers of folks to the unit, until I meet the price folks are comfortable with.Bear in mind, all of this is done with a number in mind that I am not willing to go below. 

What would drive you towards one or the other?

Save a ton of money and pay it down meaningfully right from the start.