I've reached out to about 50,000 contacts during this period but a few potential sellers a came across seem to already have realtors.My current approach involves using Deal Machine to identify potential properties by zip code, focusing on those with unknown sale dates or built dates before 2000.

Feel free to reach out I´m happy to connect

It can be a great way to mitigate different risk factors, volatility levels, and earning potential.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Danielle,Welcome, and if you need any help or have any questions feel free to reach out I am always happy to help and talk REI!

Reach out to 50 investors in your area and ask to have lunch, coffee etc.

Would reach out to @learnlikeaCPA aka Ryan Bakke who is an STR specific CPA that can likely help with the tax implications of this. 

I figured its a win win, they get to invest into some real-estate and grow their retirement as well as it will lighten my investment and potentially allow me to get into a better property that would cash flow/appreciate better.Does anyone have personal experiences or opinions on this?

I am considering buying my second turnkey from them when I'm ready to do this again early Spring 2020.I've documented the rest of my experience on my blog and will write a more thorough review of the company when I can.Feel free to reach out to me with any questions!

And the 40% down is with the hope it reaches atleast 1.25.