It is imperative that you have a property manager skilled in this niche before buying your first property.

This business is not made for most people it takes very specialized skill sets to be successful at it.

As you mentioned, some won't buy anywhere else, and if you have the skills, it can be lucrative.You have to evaluate your own skills and tolerance and decide from there.

Whether you pay them or offer free labor or provide some other skill/service they need, they have no vested interest in you, and they will likely expect something in return for helping you.Remember, you may think that by helping you, they're doing a good deed.

My first properties were 2 hours north of where I lived and one was left gutted and had to be put back together.But being involved in this level does give you some benefits:a) Appreciation for what it takes to get the work done, so that you appreciate the skills your contractors need to haveb) Basic understanding of what needs to be done, so that if you are getting bids, you can talk intelligently to a contractor (I find this to be extremely helpful as a woman as contractors will talk down to you)c) Idea of what time frame you are looking at for completion of work and in what order things have to be doneBut it's also a good idea to start distancing yourself from this.

My goal is to take the skills I use at work and use them to make my pockets bigger instead of someone else's!

There are benefits and drawbacks to subbing out your work and to bringing in a GC -- depending on your situation, your goals, your availability, your skill set and a bunch of other things, one is likely a better choice for you than the other.Many investors start by bringing in a GC to do everything.

You social media skills can be a big help to you if handled correctly.

Additionally, I have cultivated myself over the years to possess dynamic oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills, along side being an energetic team player.Ultimately, I interested in speaking with as many of you I can because I have the desire to learn as much as possible about Real Estate.If anyone is interested in mentoring an ambitious young investor, then please look at my profile to get my contact information.

The website is loaded with great articles to help you broaden your business fundamentals and skills, including creating a business plan.The organization also conducts seminars and extended classes in local areas.