House hack/rent by the room is best with a high bedroom and bathroom count.

@Calum ShallenbergerRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

We've noticed a very strong increase in out of state investor interest in Oregon motivated by Oregon 1031X Exchange transactions and wanted to share some insight into alternative income producing asset classes that are common, attainable and available in Oregon. 

It’s in very bad condition right now and we’re trying to determine what areas we want to make nice and what areas we can get by with basic updates. 

@Kyle PetersLeveraging equity in your first property can help grow your investments by evaluating appraisals, exploring financing options, and consulting professionals.

The mortgage and all the bills were paid by the rent i received from the tenants.

The only upgrade I made to the condo while there was a fresh paint job that was done by my generous brother-in-law FOR FREE (minus materials) and the epoxy I handled myself in the garage.

You need to start by asking the seller what their true financial needs are out of the deal.

This makes it an ideal starting point for new investors or those looking to diversify their portfolio without taking on excessive risk.Potential for Appreciation: San Antonio's real estate market has shown steady appreciation over the years, driven by economic growth and an influx of new residents.

We know there are multiple venues to get the leads, some very costly others not, some demanding tremendous effort (like going door by door, driving for dollars , or making thousands of cold calls etc.) , others not so much (mass mailings, for instance).