I would be comfortable taking training with him, as he's in the trenches doing deals.

Having said that, if someone has researched the law, and isn't comfortable with lease options, then they shouldn't do them.

I'm sure they will want to make sure that you feel comfortable and happy with their services.

I am 49, and realized that with my current savings and 401K, I would need to work past 60 to assure I can retire comfortably.  

Originally posted by @Jay Hinrichs:@Engelo Rumora   that's true always trying to THROW dollars at my Friend EngelohahaThanks Jay :)Need to close on that one already, send you guys wine for being a bit late and then I'll feel comfortable hitting you guys up for other deals hahaha :)Thanks and speak soon :)

I didn't feel comfortable renting to students and then requiring them to all park on the street.

Some basic questions you might want to ask in addition to that though include how many transactions they've done, what kind of experience they've had (if any) with working with investors, ask them about how comfortable they are submitting low-ball offers on properties, what services they'll provide for you, etc.  

It looks like I'm not the only one that thinks you're getting a little too comfortable with the bikini babe/fancy car/mansion crowd ;) I'm a year away from 40 . . .

Also, since you are an out of state investor, I'm not sure how much you are comfortable in a value-added complex.   

Set a time limit that the seller and realtor are comfortable with.